Description
April Totman, Ms. Ed, BA, ADN, PMH-BC, CARN; Health Care Consulting Services; Camden, Maine
Learner Objectives:
Discuss the 3 goals of detox according to the American Society of Addiction Medicine.
Review symptoms of an Alcohol Use Disorder as part of the DSM V.
Review signs and symptoms of alcohol withdrawal syndrome.
Learn the variety of ways a person can detox from alcohol.
Review medications and protocols that can be used for treating alcohol withdrawal with the goal of preventing seizures and delirium tremens.
Nursing CE
This event is not eligible for Nursing CE.