A randomised controlled trial of strategies to encourage implementation of brief alcohol interventions by primary health care nurses

INTERVENTION: Control practices ‐ written guidance on screening and brief alcohol intervention Trained practices ‐ in addition to written guidance, outreach training provided Trained and supported practices ‐ in addition to training and guidance, two weekly support calls CONDITION: Mental and behavioural disorders: Addiction ; Mental and Behavioural Disorders ; Addiction PRIMARY OUTCOME: Nurse activity in terms of number of patients screened using the Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test (AUDIT) and number of 'risk positive' drinkers receiving brief intervention. SECONDARY OUTCOME: Accuracy of intervention delivery. INCLUSION CRITERIA: General practices with attached nurse