Motivational Interviewing for Alcohol Use
0.5 hr CE
Goal: To be able to use this evidence-based counseling approach, adapting it to the medical setting, to help patients with alcohol use problems move closer to making healthy behavior changes or accept treatment.
Activity Steps
Funding: Initial development of this activity was supported by funding from the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (Grant #1 R43 AA026474-01).
This activity is designed to change: Competence, Performance, Patient Outcome. 0.5 hr
Overview
Needs and Training Gaps
Educational Objectives:
After completing this activity, participants will be able to:
- Use motivational interviewing skills to build rapport with patients having alcohol use problems.
- Use motivational interviewing skills to deal with patient resistance when an alcohol use behavior change is needed.
- Motivate patients to make changes in alcohol use behavior or accept treatment when it is indicated.
Training Activity References
Audience and Accreditation
Audience: Health professionals
| Type | Est. Time | Released | Expires |
|---|---|---|---|
| DCBN | 0.5 hr(s) | 4/9/23 | 4/8/25 |
| FBN CNA | 0.5 hr(s) | 4/9/23 | 4/8/25 |
Accreditation Statement: Clinical Tools, Inc. is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
DCBN Credit Statement: Clinical Tools, Inc. designates this enduring material for a maximum of 0.5 hour(s) of DCBN credit. Clinical Tools, Inc. is an approved provider by the District of Columbia Board of Nursing and is registered with CE Broker, Provider #50-1942.
FBN CNA Credit Statement: Clinical Tools, Inc. designates this enduring material for a maximum of 0.5 hour(s) of Florida Board of Nursing – Certified Nursing Assistants credit. Providers and other health professionals should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Arkansas State Board of Nursing Accreditation Statement: Clinical Tools, Inc. is recognized by the Arkansas State Board of Nursing as an accredited provider of continuing medical education for nurses.
Georgia Board of Nursing Accreditation Statement: Clinical Tools, Inc. is recognized by the Georgia Board of Nursing as an accredited provider of continuing medical education for nurses.
New Mexico State Board of Nursing Accreditation Statement: Clinical Tools, Inc. is recognized by the New Mexico State Board of Nursing as an accredited provider of continuing medical education for nurses.
South Carolina Board of Nursing Accreditation Statement: Clinical Tools, Inc. is recognized by the South Carolina Board of Nursing as an accredited provider of continuing medical education for nurses.
A letter of completion for 0.5 hours is available.
A score of 70% on the post-test is required to complete the activity.
Participation Requirements
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