This module gives a comprehensive overview of alcohol withdrawal and related nursing care and management. This module explains the impact of alcohol withdrawal, risks involved in the delivery of care and strategies to support patients and improve their experience of care. In addition, there is a range of resources listed and information for included for further review.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this CPD module, you should be able to:

• understand the trajectory of alcohol withdrawal and complicating factors
• have the understanding and knowledge to identify risks and safely, monitor a patient in alcohol withdrawal
• know how to identify, assess and effectively manage a patient in alcohol withdrawal
• understand the use of Alcohol Withdrawal Scales and their contribution to assessment of withdrawal.