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Home health care nurses as a new channel for smoking cessation treatment: outcomes from project CARES (Community-nurse Assisted Research and Education on Smoking).

Author: AbramsDavid, BorrelliBelinda, EmmonsKaren, HechtJacki, NovakScott, PapandonatosGeorge

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Overview

This study found that motivational enhancement (ME) delivered by home health care nurses resulted in greater reductions in the number of cigarettes smoked per day at all follow-ups through 12 months of post-treatment compared to standard care (SC).
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Original Abstract of the Article :
BACKGROUND: Clinical guidelines for smoking cessation may not be sufficient for helping some subgroups of smokers quit. Incorporating smoking cessation into home-based medical care can proactively reach high-risk smokers who may not have access to (or spontaneously seek) smoking cessation. METHOD: ...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ypmed.2005.08.004

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Home Health Care Nurses: A New Channel for Smoking Cessation

This research delves into the realm of public health, investigating the effectiveness of incorporating smoking cessation interventions into home-based medical care. The study examined the outcomes of a program called Project CARES, which trained home health care nurses to deliver smoking cessation counseling to their patients. The researchers sought to evaluate the feasibility and effectiveness of this approach in reaching high-risk smokers.

Reaching High-Risk Smokers: A New Frontier in Smoking Cessation

The study found that home health care nurses can effectively deliver smoking cessation interventions to their patients. While the overall quit rates were modest, the study revealed that patients receiving motivational enhancement counseling experienced more quit attempts and greater reductions in cigarette consumption. It's like finding a new oasis in the desert of smoking cessation, reaching out to those who might otherwise be overlooked or missed by traditional programs.

Expanding Access to Smoking Cessation Services: A Public Health Imperative

This research underscores the importance of expanding access to smoking cessation services and exploring new avenues for reaching high-risk smokers. By utilizing existing public health channels like home health care, we can proactively address the tobacco epidemic and improve the health of those most vulnerable to its harmful effects.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

This study highlights the potential of home health care nurses as a new channel for delivering smoking cessation interventions. By leveraging existing resources and expanding access to services, we can make a significant impact on tobacco use and improve public health. Just as a camel adapts to its desert environment, we must adapt our strategies to reach those most in need, offering them the resources and support necessary to break free from the grip of addiction.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2006-03-28
  2. Date Revised 2022-11-29
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

16182355

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1016/j.ypmed.2005.08.004

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Languages

English

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