Role of nurses in alcohol screening and treatment interventions
To understand the role of nurses in reducing alcohol-related health harms
To undertake effective alcohol screening, brief interventions and referral to specialist services for further treatment
To count towards revalidation as part of your 35 hours of CPD, or you may wish to write a reflective account (UK readers)
To contribute towards your professional development and local registration renewal requirements (non-UK readers)
Alcohol consumption can be a positive factor in many people’s social lives, but for some individuals it may cause associated harm to their health. Alcohol consumption can also place a burden on healthcare services. This article explores the trends of alcohol use, primarily in the UK, and outlines the related health effects. The author reviews the screening and brief interventions that non-specialist nurses can use, in partnership with patients, where they have concerns regarding patients’ alcohol use and its potentially harmful health effects.
