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The diagnosis of alcohol dependence requires the presence of withdrawal symptoms.
The diagnosis of alcohol dependence requires the presence of withdrawal symptoms.
False
Approximately 5% of individuals who are alcohol-dependent experience severe withdrawal symptoms.
Approximately 5% of individuals who are alcohol-dependent experience severe withdrawal symptoms.
True
All patients classified as alcohol-dependent will show signs of withdrawal when alcohol intake decreases.
All patients classified as alcohol-dependent will show signs of withdrawal when alcohol intake decreases.
False
Delirium tremens and grand mal seizures can occur in a small percentage of alcohol-dependent individuals during withdrawal.
Delirium tremens and grand mal seizures can occur in a small percentage of alcohol-dependent individuals during withdrawal.
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Vaillant's study followed 194 men for a duration of 25 years regarding alcohol misuse.
Vaillant's study followed 194 men for a duration of 25 years regarding alcohol misuse.
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Agitation is the only initial symptom of alcohol withdrawal.
Agitation is the only initial symptom of alcohol withdrawal.
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Symptoms of alcohol withdrawal may last for several days if alcohol is not taken.
Symptoms of alcohol withdrawal may last for several days if alcohol is not taken.
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Hallucinations in alcohol withdrawal usually last for an extended period of time.
Hallucinations in alcohol withdrawal usually last for an extended period of time.
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Delirium tremens can occur approximately 48 hours after alcohol withdrawal begins.
Delirium tremens can occur approximately 48 hours after alcohol withdrawal begins.
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Disorganized voices are a common initial symptom of alcohol withdrawal.
Disorganized voices are a common initial symptom of alcohol withdrawal.
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The prognosis of alcohol misuse remains constant and predictable across all individuals.
The prognosis of alcohol misuse remains constant and predictable across all individuals.
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Sustained remission from alcohol misuse can be achieved without maintaining abstinence.
Sustained remission from alcohol misuse can be achieved without maintaining abstinence.
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Attendance at Alcoholics Anonymous does not appear to impact recovery outcomes positively.
Attendance at Alcoholics Anonymous does not appear to impact recovery outcomes positively.
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A higher drinking frequency is a predictor of a good response to treatment for alcohol use disorder.
A higher drinking frequency is a predictor of a good response to treatment for alcohol use disorder.
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Alcohol withdrawal symptoms can begin after a decrease in blood alcohol concentration.
Alcohol withdrawal symptoms can begin after a decrease in blood alcohol concentration.
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Delirium tremens is a common early sign of alcohol withdrawal.
Delirium tremens is a common early sign of alcohol withdrawal.
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Dependent drinkers may engage in secretive behavior about their alcohol consumption due to withdrawal symptoms.
Dependent drinkers may engage in secretive behavior about their alcohol consumption due to withdrawal symptoms.
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Acute tremulousness is not a common physical symptom of alcohol withdrawal.
Acute tremulousness is not a common physical symptom of alcohol withdrawal.
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Study Notes
Alcohol Dependence and Withdrawal
- Patients are considered alcohol-dependent when they meet ICD-10 criteria for dependence (described in Table 20.3).
- Withdrawal symptoms are not always present to diagnose dependence.
- A significant minority of individuals who meet the dependence criteria do not experience withdrawal symptoms when their alcohol intake decreases or stops.
- About 5% of dependent individuals have severe withdrawal symptoms, including delirium tremens and grand mal seizures.
Course of Alcohol Misuse and Dependence
- A 60-year follow-up of 194 men who exhibited alcohol misuse at some point was described by Vaillant (2003).
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This quiz covers the key concepts of alcohol dependence, including ICD-10 criteria and withdrawal symptoms. It highlights the course of alcohol misuse through a long-term follow-up study. Test your knowledge on these important aspects of alcohol dependency.
