Question

Alcohol Use Disorder: Before disulfiram (Antabuse) is given, the client must

a. Be fully detoxed
b. Sign a consent form
c. Pass a breathalyzer test
d. Have a liver biopsy

Answer 1

Before disulfiram (Antabuse) is given, the client must be fully detoxed to prevent any potential interactions with alcohol.

Step-by-step explanation:

Before disulfiram (Antabuse) is given, the client must be fully detoxed to prevent any potential interactions with alcohol.

Disulfiram is a medication used to help individuals with alcohol use disorder maintain sobriety as it causes unpleasant effects when alcohol is consumed.

It works by inhibiting the enzyme that breaks down acetaldehyde, a byproduct of alcohol metabolism, leading to a buildup of acetaldehyde and causing uncomfortable symptoms.