Improving Identification of Admitted Patients at High Risk for Complicated Alcohol Withdrawal Using the Prediction of Alcohol Withdrawal Severity Scale (PAWSS) Tool
Scope and Contents
Publisher:
Place of publication not identified : Pennsylvania Western University
Publication Date: 2022
Format:
1 online resource (31 pages)
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Description:
Alcohol use disorder (AUD) has among been reported in 10-32% of hospitalized patients. The evidence suggests the need for screening and early management of alcohol withdrawal syndrome (AWS). Methods: This project included 2 phases - retrospective and prospective chart reviews. Demographic variables (age, gender, race) and length of stay were examined. Statistical tests were conducted to compare data from the phases. The outcome variables examined were the Prediction of Alcohol Withdrawal Severity Scale (PAWSS) and the Clinical Institute Withdrawal Assessment for Alcohol (CIWA) scale.
Dates
- 2022
Creator
- Dacillo-Curso, Amy (Person)
Extent
1 Files
Language of Materials
English
Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements
Available only in electronic format.
Creator
- Dacillo-Curso, Amy (Person)
- Pennsylvania Western University (Organization)
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Repository Details
Part of the Clarion University Archives Repository