| Name | Value |
|---|---|
| NAME | VA-TEXT ALCOHOL AT RISK INSTRUCTINS |
| CLASS | NATIONAL |
| SPONSOR | OFFICE OF PATIENT CARE SERVICES |
| EDIT HISTORY |
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| EXCLUDE FROM PROGRESS NOTE | YES |
| DIALOG/PROGRESS NOTE TEXT | A standardized tool to screen for hazardous or problem drinking should be \\ administered to all patients. The AUDIT-C is a sensitive tool for identifying those patients who may be at risk of problems due to drinking. The risk of being alcohol dependent and experiencing problems due to drinking increases as AUDIT-C scores increase. \\ AUDIT-C screening questions should be asked verbatim, in private setting and with a nonjudgmental manner. |
| TYPE | dialog element |
| SUPPRESS CHECKBOX | SUPPRESS |