Screening Older Adults for Alcohol Use
The Journal for Nurse Practitioners
; 19(1), 2023.
Article
in English
| ProQuest Central | ID: covidwho-2247331
ABSTRACT
The number of older adults engaging in unhealthy alcohol use is on the rise, and this trend is expected to continue as the population ages. However, the likelihood a provider will ask an older adult about their alcohol use decreases with age. Geriatric screening tools take into account the particular features of alcohol use in older adults, but minimal research and guidance are available regarding the best method for screening. Lack of knowledge and time are significant obstacles to adequate assessment. Simply asking about alcohol consumption may be the best approach to evaluate the drinking habits of older patients.
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English
Journal:
The Journal for Nurse Practitioners
Year:
2023
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Article
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