Alcoholism Symptoms

History/Behavioral Observation Red Flags for Adult Alcohol Abuse

1. Tremor/perspiring/tachycardia.
2. Evidence of current intoxication.
3. Prescription drug seeking behavior.
4. Frequent falls; unexplained bruises.
5. Diabetes, elevated BP, ulcers non-responsive to treatment.
6. Frequent hospitalizations.
7. Gunshot/knife wound.
8. Suicide talk/attempt; depression.
9. Pregnancy (screen all).

Laboratory Red Flags for Adult Alcohol/Drug Abuse

1. MCV-over 95
2. MCH-High
3. GGT-High
4. SGOT-High
5. Bilirubin-High
6. Triglycerides-High
7. Anemia
8. Positive UA for alcohol

History/Behavioral Observation Red Flags for Adolescent Alcohol Abuse

1. Physical injuries; MVA, gunshot/knife wound, unexplained or repeated injuries.
   1. Evidence of current use, e.g. dilated/pinpoint pupils, tremors, perspiring,

   tachycardia, slurred/rapid speech.

   1. Persistent cough (cigarette smoking is a risk factor).
   2. Engages in risky behavior, e.g. unprotected sex.
   3. Marked fall in academic/extracurricular performance.
   4. Suicide talk/attempt; depression.
   5. Sexually transmitted diseases.
   6. Staphylococcus infection on face, arms, legs.
   7. Unexplained weight loss.
   8. Pregnancy (screen all).

   Laboratory Red Flags for Adolescent Alcohol/Drug Abuse

   1. Positive UA for alcohol/illicit drugs
   2. Hepatitis A-B-C
   3. GGT-High
   4. SGOT-High
   5. Bilirubin-High

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