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ACTIVE LEARNING TEMPLATE:

Diagnostic Procedure

Dorian Allen STUDENT NAME _____________________________________

CAGE PROCEDURE NAME ____________________________________________________________________

REVIEW MODULE CHAPTER ___________

Description of Procedure The CAGE is a simple screening questionnaire to identify potential problems with alcohol.

Indications alcohol abuse . help to determine any underlying psychiatric problems.

Interpretation of Findings Item responses on the CAGE are scored 0 or 1, with a higher score an indication of alcohol problems. A total score of 2 or greater is considered clinically significant. If the screen is positive, the clinician can further screen with quantity and frequency questions.

Potential Complications client is not honest. client is not ready to answer questions. client shuts down during the session.

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Nursing Interventions (pre, intra, post) ask questions directly. provide an environment conducive to the client where the client can focus on the questionnaire. allow client time to answer the questions be non-judgmental.

Client Education Encourage client to be truthful with answers. teach client on alcohol dependency. educate client on the indications of the score on the questionnaire.

Nursing Interventions ask questions directly. provide an environment conducive to the client where the client can focus on the questionnaire. allow client time to answer the questions. be non-judgmental.

THERAPEUTIC PROCEDURE

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