Original research
by
Harvey, Leah et al
Release Date
2022
Geography
USA
Language of Resource
English
Full Text Available
Yes
Open Access / OK to Reproduce
Yes
Peer Reviewed
Yes
Objective
The “Six Moments of Infection Prevention in Injection Drug Use” provider educational tool was developed using a global, rather than pathogen-specific, infection prevention framework, highlighting the prevention of invasive bacterial and fungal infections in additional to viral pathogens.
Findings/Key points
After the training, 88.0% reported that they felt more comfortable educating PWID, 65 respondents (86.6%) reported they planned to use the Six Moments model in their own practice, and 100% said they would consider referring patients to a syringe service program in the future.
Design/methods
The tool’s effectiveness was tested using a short, paired pre/post survey that assessed provider knowledge and attitudes about harm reduction (n=75).
Keywords
About prescribers
Harm reduction
Clinical guidance
Safer supply
Injecting drugs
