Nurse Practitioners' Knowledge, Attitudes, and Clinical Practices Regarding Treatment of Tobacco Use and Dependence
Abstract
This article describes knowledge, attitudes, and clinical practices regarding treatment of tobacco use and dependence reported by nurse practitioners (NPs) interested in learning about evidence-based practices. Researchers analyzed baseline data from 193 licensed NPs prior to participating in Providers Practice Prevention: Treating Tobacco Use and Dependence. Results revealed domains where participants practiced in accordance with clinical practice guidelines and some areas where additional education and support may be necessary. NPs have a tremendous opportunity to reduce tobacco-related morbidity and mortality by addressing tobacco use, making it vitally important to support their implementation of evidence-based strategies.
In compliance with national ethical guidelines, the authors report no relationships with business or industry that would pose a conflict of interest.
1Jamie L. Studts, PhD, is an associate professor in the department of behavioral science in the University of Kentucky College of Medicine.
2Sarah McQueary Flynn, MS, is a graduate research assistant in the department.
3Tiffany Cross Dill, MPH, is a clinical research assistant in Epidemiology & Cancer Control at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis TN.
4S. Lee Ridner, PhD, ARNP, is an assistant professor at the University of Louisville School of Nursing.
5Celeste T. Worth, CHES, is a professional education and training manager in the Kentucky Cancer Program at the University of Louisville.
6Sarah E. Walsh, MPH, CTTS, is the health research coordinator at the Kentucky State Data Center in the University of Louisville School of Urban and Public Affairs.
7Connie L. Sorrell, MPH, is director of the Kentucky Cancer Program.
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