Knowledge, Attitude, and Implementation of Nicotine Replacement Therapy by Dental and Medical Interns in Davangere City: A Cross-sectional Survey

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Journal J Indian Soc Periodontol

Date 2021 Jan 11

PMID 33424175

Citations 3

Authors

Sapnil Gaidhankar

N K Sowmya

Kapa Bhargavi Preeti

D S Mehta

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Abstract

Background: One of the prime causes of illness and premature death is smoking. Almost 50% of smokers attempt to quit the habit; however, at most, 2%-3% achieve success. The rationale is that innumerable withdrawal attempts are unplanned, and the most effective cessation aids are unacquainted. Nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) is the most common cessation aid. Furthermore, motivation from dental and medical professionals can be effective for patients to quit smoking. The study aimed to assess the knowledge, attitude, and practice regarding the implementation of NRT among dental and medical interns in Davangere city.

Materials And Methods: A questionnaire-based survey was conducted, which included 442 dental and medical interns from two dental and two medical colleges in Davangere city, Karnataka. The questionnaire included multiple-choice questions regarding knowledge, attitude, and implementation of NRT. The response rate of interns was 93.67%.

Results: Among dental and medical interns, there was no statistically significant difference in knowledge about NRT with = 0.976 ( > 0.05). However, a statistically significant difference existed regarding attitude and implementation in the interns about NRT among dental and medical interns with = 0.001 ( < 0.05). Among dental and medical interns, dental interns had a positive attitude and implementation toward NRT than medical interns.

Conclusion: The overview implicated that the dental interns had better vision than medical interns; however, both the groups' comprehension concerning NRT is scanty and advocates education about the fundamentals of NRT either via workshop or by continuing dental education programs.

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