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Screening and early intervention for substance use during pregnancy: A retrospective case note review of antenatal care records.

Matthew W R StevensMegan CooperLynette CusackRobert L AliChris HolmwoodAnnette L Briley
Published in: Drug and alcohol review (2024)
Despite longstanding recommendations, screening and intervention practices for substance use appear inconsistent. With the recent emergence of vaping, no evidence of updated approaches to identifying e-cigarette consumption in pregnant women was found. Several opportunities for enhancing routine screening and intervention practices within antenatal clinics were identified, and will inform the development of policy directives, targeted training modules, and other resources for health professionals working in these services.
Keyphrases
  • pregnant women
  • healthcare
  • primary care
  • randomized controlled trial
  • mental health
  • public health
  • clinical practice
  • preterm birth
  • palliative care
  • affordable care act
  • quality improvement