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Preventing exposure to second-hand smoke
1Department of Nursing Studies, University of Hong Kong, 4/F Academic and Administration Block Faculty of Medicine Bldg, 21 Sassoon Road, Hong Kong, China.
Objective:
To report the effectiveness of a health education intervention provided by nurses to prevent second-hand smoke exposure in sick children in Hong Kong.
Data Sources:
A clinical trial, international and national government reports, and research studies.
Conclusion:
Exposure to second-hand smoke is associated with significant morbidity and mortality. Nursing interventions to reduce exposure are critical and need further study.
Implications For Nursing Practice:
Nurses are in a vital position to carry out health education about the health risks associated with second-hand smoke exposure and to protect the child from such exposure.
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