Smoking Cessation Support for People Living with HIV/AIDS in Nepal
Author Information
Author(s): Amiya Rachel M, Poudel Krishna C, Poudel-Tandukar Kalpana, Kobayashi Jun, Pandey Basu D, Jimba Masamine
Primary Institution: University of Tokyo
Hypothesis
Are HIV care providers effectively promoting smoking cessation among their patients?
Conclusion
Physician-delivered smoking status assessments significantly increase the likelihood of HIV-positive smokers being ready to quit.
Supporting Evidence
- 47% of participants were current smokers, with higher rates among men and those with lower education.
- 34% of current smokers were considering quitting within 6 months.
- Physician smoking status assessments were linked to greater readiness to quit.
Takeaway
Doctors can help HIV-positive people quit smoking by simply asking about their smoking habits during visits.
Methodology
A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 321 HIV-positive adults in the Kathmandu Valley, analyzing data for smoking behavior and readiness to quit.
Potential Biases
Self-reporting may lead to social desirability bias.
Limitations
The study's sample may not represent all HIV-positive individuals, and self-reported data may introduce bias.
Participant Demographics
57% male, median age 33 years, 81% had some formal education.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.05
Confidence Interval
95% CI = 1.05, 10.61
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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