AUDIT-C
Also written as: AUDIT-C — Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test-Consumption
A three-question alcohol screening tool designed to identify risky drinking behaviors in adolescents and young adults.
Full Definition
The Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test-Consumption (AUDIT-C) is a brief, validated screening instrument consisting of three questions that assess alcohol consumption frequency, quantity, and binge drinking episodes. In adolescent health settings, it serves as a quick clinical tool to identify youth at risk for alcohol-related problems and helps healthcare providers initiate appropriate interventions or referrals. The tool is particularly valuable in routine adolescent health visits where time constraints limit comprehensive substance use assessments.
Usage
Usage note: Always hyphenate AUDIT-C when referring to the specific three-question version.
In Context
- "The provider administered the AUDIT-C during the routine health maintenance visit to screen for problematic alcohol use." — Clinical documentation
- "A positive AUDIT-C score prompted further discussion about the patient's weekend drinking patterns." — Progress note