Knowledge, experiences, and practices on safe opioid use in patients recently discharged from hospitals in Western Nepal: a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Rational prescribing and use of opioids is key to managing pain and mitigating adverse effects. Limited research exists on patient's knowledge and experiences regarding use of prescribed opioid use within low resource settings.

Objectives

This study aimed to explore the knowledge, experiences, and practices related to opioid use among patients discharged from hospitals in Western Nepal.

Methods

A qualitative study was undertaken involving semi-structured interviews with patients discharged from a tertiary hospital in Western Nepal who had been prescribed opioids for pain management. Thematic analysis was used to identify key themes related to opioid use, counseling practices, and knowledge gaps.

Results

A total of 30 patients were interviewed. Analys

SUBMITTER: Adhikari S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12520870 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature