Question

A 47-year-old man drinks 30-40 standard drinks per week. He has mildly abnormal liver enzymes and wants to cut down. What is the most appropriate initial intervention in general practice?

Accepted Answer

Brief motivational interviewing and offer referral to counselling and support services

Answer

Advise complete abstinence without any support

Answer

Start long-term benzodiazepines for withdrawal prevention

Answer

No action is needed if he is functioning at work

Answer

Refer immediately for liver transplant assessment

Practice question

A 47-year-old man drinks 30-40 standard drinks per week. He has mildly abnormal liver enzymes and wants to cut down. What is the most appropriate initial intervention in general practice?