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Perinatal nurses need better education on cannabis use during pregnancy. Findings highlight an urgent need for improved nurse and patient education, especially in states where recreational cannabis is legal.

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Perinatal Health
Nursing Education
Cannabis Research

Background:

Perinatal cannabis use is increasing, yet knowledge gaps persist among healthcare providers.
Understanding nurse perceptions is crucial for developing effective patient education strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

To explore nurse perceptions of perinatal cannabis use.
To assess current nurse and patient education on this topic.
To identify educational needs for both nurses and patients.

Main Methods:

A qualitative multiple-case study design was employed.
22 perinatal nurses were recruited via convenience and snowball sampling for online interviews.
Thematic analysis using Braun and Clarke's method identified key themes.

Main Results:

Nurses perceived risks including adverse maternal and neonatal outcomes, and symptom management.
Education on perinatal cannabis use varied, with nurses in legal states identifying specific patient needs.
Five themes emerged regarding nurse perceptions: maternal/neonatal risks, acceptance, and symptom management.

Conclusions:

There is an urgent need for comprehensive nurse and patient education regarding perinatal cannabis use.
Educational interventions are particularly critical in states with legal recreational cannabis.
Addressing knowledge gaps will improve care for pregnant individuals using cannabis.