A genera] review of some of the many problems, symptoms, and a profile of the alcoholic have been presented. The heavy workload of all physicians dictates a competent and amiable consultation liaison service between the “Detox” Ward and the entire hospital staff, physician, and paramedical. During this initial identification, an intelligent, realistic, and flexible long-term program should be considered. After the initial identification, referral to a trained staff capable of applying several approaches based on what is best for the individual should prepare the alcoholic for long-term follow-up via the community rehabilitation programs. A close liaison with command and the medical community should result in a high success rate based on return to continual effective duty. In addition, a Ward SOP and a simple screening test for use by the physician are included for general information.
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Rock et al. (1975) studied this question.