Implementation and evaluation of a smoking cessation checklist implemented within Australian cancer services.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The detrimental impact of smoking tobacco can be mitigated when cancer patients quit smoking. Smoking cessation clinical pathways are inconsistently implemented within Australian cancer services. The aim of this study was to pilot test and evaluate the reach, adoption, and implementation of a smoking cessation checklist within oncology services.

Methods

The checklist was implemented over a 6-month period in medical and radiation oncology services at two metropolitan and one rural hospital. The RE-AIM framework guided the evaluation process. Implementation strategies included training, process mapping, and identifying champions. Evaluation measures included a clinical data audit, surveys, and semi-structured interviews with healthcare professionals (HCPs).

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SUBMITTER: Young AL 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9543157 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature