SBIRT Program
At some point each year, about 25 percent of adults in the United States drink too much, which leads to a higher percentage of injuries. The Screening Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment, or SBIRT program, was developed to help identify, reduce and prevent problematic drug and alcohol use, health-related consequences, traumatic injuries and deaths. Approaching patients during the “teachable moment” of their traumatic incident provides a higher chance to bring awareness to their substance use and refer them to treatment. Research shows that SBIRT can reduce DUI arrests, health care costs and cut alcohol-related trauma incidents by up to 50 percent. Implementing this program with a universal screen helps Trauma Services identify the hazardous substance use patterns. Our Brief Intervention Social Worker, Kayla Henson, LMSW, implements the program so that the patients’ needs are not overlooked during their Trauma Center admission. All admitted trauma patients are screened for risky substance use, which includes drugs and alcohol. Admitted trauma patients who screen positive receive a brief intervention. The SBIRT program also has a community component to support trauma patients who are ready for change through the SBIRT Task Force. This group consists of community partnerships that provide resources and referrals for individuals in need of substance use treatment and mental health services. If the patient is interested in treatment upon discharge, they are then referred to an external treatment facility that is best suited for their needs. The Brief Intervention Social Worker provides educational material, connects patients with resources within the community, and helps patients analyze triggers and find coping skills. In 2024, the medical center’s SBIRT program completed a total of 522 screens with the SBIRT coordinator, conducting 351 brief interventions, placing 23 referrals for trauma patients committed to substance use treatment post discharge, as well as 350 educational resources to trauma patients and their families. It is the program’s goal to provide the best care to admitted trauma patients addressing the emotional effects of trauma.
Low-Risk Drinking Limits
Low-Risk Drinking Limits
Men
Women
No more than
No more than
On any single Day
3
4
drinks on any day
drinks on any day
**AND**
**AND**
No more than
No more than
14
7
Per Week
drinks per week
drinks per week
To stay low risk, keep within BOTH the single-day AND weekly limits.
Serving Size Recommendations
8-9 fl oz of malt liquor (shown in a 12 oz. glass) = =
=
12 fl oz of regular beer
5 fl oz of table wine
1.5 fl oz shot of 80-proof distilled spirits (gin, rum, tequilla vodka, whiskey, etc.)
about 5% alcohol
about 7% alcohol
about 12% alcohol
40% alcohol
Welcome to Our New Program Director
Kayla Henson Brief Intervention Social Worker Welcome Kayla Henson as our new SBIRT coordinator. Kayla graduated from UT College of Social Work with a master’s degree in 2019. She brings compassion to our trauma patients who are seeking assistance with recovery. Kayla enjoys following up with our trauma patients making sure they are receiving the care they need to be successful in recovery.
A Reminder of Miracles
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