American Society of Addiction Medicine
American Society of Addiction Medicine
Special Episode: Emergency Room Treatment of AUD
Special Episode: Emergency Room Treatment of AUD
Special Episode: Emergency Room Treatment of AUD
Thursday 30th March 2023
Discover effective strategies for managing alcohol withdrawal in ERs with insights from Dr. Lewis S. Nelson on ASAM's podcast.
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Get the buttons here!Tackling Alcohol Withdrawal in the ER: Expert Advice from ASAM
Alcohol withdrawal is a syndrome, which means it's a constellation of clinical findings for the most part, but it has to occur in somebody who has heavy, unhealthy alcohol use.
Imagine facing a patient in the emergency room who's battling severe alcohol withdrawal. What would you do? This episode of 'This Week in Addiction Medicine' offers some much-needed guidance. Host Bob Davis sits down with Dr. Lewis S. Nelson, a seasoned expert deeply involved with organizations like the CDC and FDA, to discuss effective strategies for managing Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) and Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome (AWS) in emergency settings.
The conversation centers around a comprehensive white paper prepared for the American Academy of Emergency Medicine. This document, published in the Journal of Emergency Medicine, lays out the best practices for handling patients suffering from alcohol intoxication, withdrawal, and AUD. Dr. Nelson doesn't just stick to the theory; he dives into practical tips that emergency room physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals can immediately apply.
Topics covered include essential screening tools for AUD and AWS, medications that can ease withdrawal symptoms, and the debate between outpatient versus inpatient management. Dr. Nelson also touches on the social determinants of health that often complicate treatment. His insights are rooted in extensive experience and a commitment to individualized patient care. Additionally, the episode highlights valuable ASAM resources like the Clinical Practical Guideline on Alcohol Withdrawal Management and the Alcohol Withdrawal Management Pocket Guide.
These tools are designed to help healthcare providers offer coordinated and comprehensive care. Whether you're an ER doctor, a nurse, or someone interested in addiction medicine, this episode is packed with actionable advice and expert insights. Tune in to learn how to improve your practice and better support patients grappling with AUD and AWS.