Estudo da prevalência de uso de substâncias psicoativas por enfermeiros

Abstract

The aim of this study was to assess the prevalence of substance abuse by nurses in alarge hospital. A self applied structured questionnaire was answered by 105 nurses froma population of 199 in 2009. It was used for data analysis, descriptive statistics, logisticregression analysis with gross bi varied and odds ratio with a significance level of p<0.05. The results showed lifetime use of tobacco by 16.2% and 48.6% alcohol and ahigher prevalence of substances used as drugs: tranquilizers (14.3%), amphetamines(10.5%) and opióides (6.7%). To a lesser extent were found marijuana (5.7%) andinhalants (2.9%). Was identified a significant association between use of certaindangerous substances and employment contract, working hours and have another job.We conclude that further studies should be performed because it is a matter of greatcomplexity and prevent the use of SPA action is of unquestionable relevance especiallyin the workplace, in hospitals and among nurses.