Criteria to determine that social detoxification is not necessary

Social detoxification will not be necessary if: 1. The client exhibits no withdrawal symptoms at a blood alcohol level of 0.0 percent; 2. The client has no medical complications present; 3. The client's nutritional status is moderate to good; 4. The client has a relative, friend, or other support system who can stay with the client for the time necessary to complete detoxification; or 5. The client prefers outpatient detoxification.