Original research
by
Aquizerate, Aurélie et al
Release Date
2024
Geography
France
Language of Resource
English
Full Text Available
Yes
Open Access / OK to Reproduce
Yes
Peer Reviewed
Yes
Objective
This study is the first one which compares patients' self-assessment of the risk of future opioid overdose with the hetero-assessment provided by healthcare professionals in a population of individuals eligible for naloxone.
Findings/Key points
55% of the participants underestimated their risk of experiencing a future opioid overdose.
Design/methods
Retrospective data were collected through cross-sectional interviews (n=34) conducted by the pharmacist with the patient, utilizing an ad hoc questionnaire.
Keywords
Harm reduction
Overdose
About PWUD
Substitution/OAT
