A cluster randomized trial evaluating a teachable moment communication process for tobacco cessation support.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

This study examines the uptake of a clinician-focused teachable moment communication process (TMCP) and its impact on patient receipt of tobacco cessation support. The TMCP is a counseling method that uses patient concerns to help clinicians guide behavior change discussions about tobacco. We evaluate the added value of the TMCP training in a health system that implemented an Ask-Advise-Connect (AAC) systems-based approach.

Methods

A stepped wedge cluster randomized trial included eight community health centers. Training involved a web module and onsite skill development with standardized patients and coaching. Main outcome measures included contact and enrollment in cessation services among patients referred for counseling, prescription of cessation medications

SUBMITTER: Flocke SA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8097804 | biostudies-literature | 2021 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature