Abstract
Objective: To describe relationships between primary physician and patient characteristics and the approach to prevention and quitting of smoking. Methods: A questionnaire composed of descriptions of cases and clinic activities was given to primary physicians. Results: Fewer smoking physicians use written materials, yet former smokers more often recommend smoking cessation groups. Greatest efforts are invested in high-risk patients. However, former smokers invest greater efforts among youth and pregnant women. Workload and patient's main complaint exert great influence on raising the subject. Conclusions: The various attitudes of physicians emphasize the importance of physician education that should be according to their smoking habits.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 710-717 |
Number of pages | 8 |
Journal | American Journal of Health Behavior |
Volume | 33 |
Issue number | 6 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 2009 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Primary care physician
- Smoking cessation
- Smoking habits
- Smoking prevention