| Name | Value |
|---|---|
| NAME | VA-ALCOHOL ABUSE DISEASE PROCESS |
| PRINT NAME | Alcohol Abuse Disease Process |
| CLASS | LOCAL |
| EDUCATIONAL OUTCOME | The patient and family will recognize the disease process of alcohol dependency and define motivation for change. |
| EDUCATIONAL STANDARDS | 1. Review the current factual information i.e., the patient's specific 4. Discuss a plan of care that will achieve the goal of sobriety and freedom from use of mood altering chemicals. Patient can be offered rehabilitation assistance but must prove an interest by attendance and follow-up with groups as an outpatient. alcohol dependency. 2. Provide the patient with an opportunity for discussion and referral for the purpose of acknowledging and understanding the diagnosis of alcohol dependency. 3. Explain co-dependency to patient and spouse or significant other. |