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Quasi-experimental study shows improved knowledge and attitudes toward opioid overdose in clients with opioid use disorders, indicating effective nursing strategies.
Background: Studies have highlighted a significant burden of opioid dependence among youth in many parts of India. Opioid substitution therapy (OST) has been used in India for over three decades, yet research on nurses’ roles in educating about OST remains limited. Materials and Methods: This quasi-experimental study used a one-group pretest and posttest design and was conducted among 41 patients undergoing OST on an outpatient basis at a tertiary care hospital in North India. The study used the Opioid Overdose Knowledge Scale and the Opioid Overdose Attitude Scale to assess knowledge and attitudes, respectively. Results: The mean age of the participants was 21.24 years (standard deviation = 2.35). The study findings demonstrated a significant improvement in participants’ knowledge and attitudes regarding opioid overdose after the nurse-led intervention. Conclusion: Incorporating nurse-led psychological interventions into routine practice equips nurses with evidence-based strategies to enhance addiction care.
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