Educational Intervention for Bupropion Abuse Prevention

2021 ◽  
pp. JDNP-D-19-00067
Author(s):  
Brittany Debeltz
Keyword(s):  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Prescription Medication ◽  
Abuse Prevention ◽  
Healthcare Staff ◽  
Prescribing Practices ◽  
Healthcare Organizations ◽  
Staff Members ◽  
Prevention Interventions ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
Medication Abuse

BackgroundBupropion is being abused due to effects that are comparable with methamphetamine and cocaine. Current research indicates several interventions that can prevent prescription medication abuse.ObjectivesA research study was performed at two healthcare organizations to evaluate whether education on prevention-based interventions increased self-efficacy of healthcare staff in addressing potential and ongoing bupropion abuse and whether the education reduced the rate of bupropion prescribing.MethodsThe study sample consisted of 43 staff members who completed a paper-based preeducation survey, attended a 1-hour educational session, and completed a paper-based posteducation survey.ResultsThere was a 42% increase in total staff self-efficacy scores along with significant differences between pre-/postsurvey scores (p ≤ .001). After education prescribers answered they plan to change prescribing practices and the number of bupropion prescriptions filled decreased.Implications for NursingFuture practice recommendations should include education on bupropion abuse and implementation of prevention interventions to reduce the occurrence of the abuse of bupropion.ConclusionsThe research findings suggested that education on interventions for bupropion abuse prevention improved healthcare staff self-efficacy in the management of potential and ongoing bupropion abuse, influenced prescribing practices of prescribers, and decreased the number of bupropion prescriptions. This research can be used to continue providing education to help prevent further cases of bupropion abuse.

scholarly journals Pemberdayaan Anak Korban Kekerasan Seksual Berbasis Gender Melalui Self Efikasi di Jombang

2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 249-259
Author(s):  
Siti Rofi’ah ◽  
Jasminto
Keyword(s):  
Community Development ◽  
Sexual Violence ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Business Training ◽  
The Future ◽  
Asset Based Community Development ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
Online Business ◽  
Gender Based ◽  
Condition Today

This research aimed to find and stimulate self-efficacy of children victims of gender-based sexual violence using the Asset Based Community Development (ABCD) method with the Apreciative Inquiry technique, individual assets and social assets owned by victims of sexual violence. Research findings show that  children who are victims of sexual violence are able to accept their condition today, realize their condition and have confidence that they still have success in the future, they will be successful in proving themselves that despite being victims of sexual violence they are able to achieve success in life by continuing school both formal and chase packages, working according to the field of expertise (working in a pharmacy, online business, training in cooking, continuing the business of parents).

scholarly journals Low Risk of COVID-19 Infection in an Ambulatory Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Center in Argentina

2021 ◽  
Vol 51 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
José Tawil ◽  
Josie Libertucci ◽  
Ana Adet Caldelari ◽  
Irene Banchero ◽  
Sandra Canseco ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
General Population ◽  
Gastrointestinal Endoscopy ◽  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Hospital Setting ◽  
Low Risk ◽  
Risk Of Infection ◽  
Healthcare Staff ◽  
Future Health ◽  
Endoscopic Procedures ◽  
Staff Members

Background and Objectives. Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, concerns have been raised regarding the risk of infection to both healthcare staff and patients during gastrointestinal endoscopy procedures. Given the importance of performing routine endoscopic procedures to an individual’s future health, we sought to estimate the risk of COVID-19 infection for healthcare staff and patients undergoing endoscopic studies at an ambulatory endoscopy center during the pandemic. Material and Methods. This is a prospective(and) analytical cohort study conducted in an ambulatory gastroenterology center located in the Autonomous City of Buenos Aires, Argentina. Patients undergoing different endoscopic procedures were evaluated for COVID-19 between April 14 and August 31, 2020. COVID-19 was also evaluated in all healthcare and associated staff during the same time period. The risk (cumulative incidence) of acquiring COVID-19 in all patients and staff was calculated. Results. Between April 14 and August 31, 2020, procedures were performed in 3,745 patients with a mean age of 51.12 years; 2,102 (56.18%) were male and 1,643 (43.82%) were female. Follow-up was completed in 3,492 patients, 18 of whom tested positive for COVID-19 standing for an incidence of 0.52% (95%CI 0.31 – 0.81%). Six (5.45%) out of 110 staff members were infected with COVID-19 (1 endoscopist, 4 endoscopy assistants and 1 administrative staff member). In this group, the incidence of positive tests for COVID-19 was 5.45% (95%CI: 2.03 – 11.50%). The increased rates of positive cases among our patients and healthcare professionals were respectively 7.9 and 23.6 times lower than in general population. Conclusion. During the study period, the proportion of COVID-19 infections in our ambulatory specialized in gastrointestinal endoscopy was low and much lower than that in the general population for both patients and healthcare professionals. Endoscopic procedures undertaken at this center were low risk, likely due to strict compliance with established pandemic protocols. Future studies should compare the risk of infection in the hospital setting.

Alcohol and Drug Problems: Prevention

2013 ◽  
Author(s):  
Flavio F. Marsiglia ◽  
David Becerra ◽  
Jaime M. Booth
Keyword(s):  
Substance Abuse ◽  
Drug Abuse ◽  
Substance Abuse Prevention ◽  
Newborn Health ◽  
The United States ◽  
Abuse Prevention ◽  
Effective Prevention ◽  
Prevention Interventions ◽  
Alcohol And Drug Abuse ◽  
Drug Problems

Prevention is a proactive science-based process that aims to strengthen existing protective factors and to diminish or eliminate other factors that put individuals, families, and communities at risk for substance abuse. Prevention is important because alcohol and drug abuse are a leading cause of morbidity, mortality, and health expenditures in the United States. Alcohol and other drug abuse is also associated with infectious diseases, chronic diseases, emergency room visits, newborn health problems, family violence, and auto fatalities. The comorbidity of drug and alcohol abuse with mental health disorders and HIV adds urgency to the development, evaluation, and implementation of comprehensive and effective prevention interventions. The social work profession plays a key role in substance abuse prevention, as it not only targets the use and abuse of alcohol and other drugs but also aims at reducing the related negative health and psychosocial outcomes and economic burden they produce on individuals and society at large.

Can a healthcare worker be a source of an infection of a patient – a risk of transmitting the chickenpox and shingles virus VZV by the staff of hospital wards – preliminary research findings.

2017 ◽  
Vol 86 (1) ◽  
pp. 30
Author(s):  
Joanna Stryczyńska-Kazubska ◽  
Ilona Małecka ◽  
Maria Biskupska ◽  
Bartosz Bilski ◽  
Dorota Pietrzycka ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Hospital Staff ◽  
Public Hospitals ◽  
Varicella Zoster ◽  
Staff Members ◽  
The Past ◽  
History Of ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
Hospital Wards ◽  
Nurses And Midwives ◽  
Varicella Zoster Infection

Introduction. Chickenpox is a highly infectious disease, caused by the Varicella‑zoster virus. An infection during pregnancy poses particular risk, as it may have serious consequences for both the pregnant woman and the fetus. The only effective and safe method of preventing chickenpox is protective vaccination.Aim. This study aims to assess the risk of contracting the Varicella‑zoster infection in a selected population of hospital workers, as well as the further transmission of the virus to newborns, mothers and older children.Materials and Methods. A survey was conducted in September 2014 in three public hospitals in Poznań, among nurses and midwives working in paediatric, neonatal and maternity wards. 136 nurses and midwives participated in the survey.Results. The analysis of the findings reveals that 114 staff members of the hospital wards, i.e. 83.82%, have had chickenpox in the past, 14 respondents (10.29%) have never had this illness, and 8 (5.88%) do not know if they have been ill, which means that 16% of the respondents could potentially contract chickenpox. For the majority of nurses and midwives (103) the infection had taken place before they started work. However, 11 respondents (8,08) were infected during employment.Conclusions. 1) Nearly one out of 4 hospital staff members had no history of chickenpox contraction at the beginning of their employment. 2) Nearly 15% of the workers confirm that at the beginning of employment their immunity status was established on the basis of an interview. 3) The majority of employees negatively interviewed for chickenpox history have not been recommended to be vaccinated against this disease.

Evaluation of a Safety Awareness Group Program for Adults With Intellectual Disability

2020 ◽  
Vol 125 (4) ◽  
pp. 304-317
Author(s):  
Rosemary B. Hughes ◽  
Susan Robinson-Whelen ◽  
Leigh Ann Davis ◽  
James Meadours ◽  
Olivia Kincaid ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Intellectual Disability ◽  
Independent Living ◽  
Abuse Prevention ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Community Resources ◽  
Group Program ◽  
Staff Members ◽  
Safety Awareness ◽  
Participatory Research Approach

Abstract Using a participatory research approach, we enlisted 12 U.S. Centers for Independent Living (CILs) to recruit and enroll 170 adults with intellectual disability (ID) to be randomized to either The Safety Class, an abuse prevention group program, or usual care. Participants were asked to complete pre, post, and 3-month follow-up questionnaires. CIL staff members facilitated the eight-session, interactive program. Quantitative and qualitative findings suggest that participation in a brief safety program may improve safety protective factors among men and women with ID. The Safety Class serves as one model for delivering an abuse prevention and education intervention to adults with significant safety needs but extremely limited access to relevant community resources.

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