Pediatric otolaryngologists' actions regarding secondhand smoke exposure: pilot data suggest an opportunity to enhance tobacco intervention.
OBJECTIVE
To assess pediatric otolaryngologists' training, actions, and attitudes with respect to patients exposed to secondhand smoke.


METHODS
Cross-sectional survey.


METHODS
Pediatric otolaryngologists and senior residents.


METHODS
An anonymous, Web-based survey of pediatric otolaryngologists was designed to capture demographics, tobacco-specific education, actions, and attitudes. Responses were analyzed descriptively and entered into logistic regression models to determine predictors of adherence to the basic tenets of the general pediatrics secondhand smoke exposure-prevention guidelines.


RESULTS
One hundred-fifteen US physicians completed the survey. Descriptive analysis revealed low levels of training and low levels of tobacco-specific intervention among respondents. Logistic regression models showed that greater tobacco-specific knowledge/education and fewer perceived barriers predicted greater adherence to the basic tenets of the pediatrics guidelines.


CONCLUSIONS
Our pilot study provides preliminary evidence that can guide specific improvements in tobacco-intervention training for pediatric otolaryngologists and residents.
Mueller
Darryl T
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Health Behavior Research Center, Department of Public Health, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA 19122, USA.
Collins
Bradley N
BN
D000328:Adult; D002648:Child; D003430:Cross-Sectional Studies; D006801:Humans; D010036:Otolaryngology; D010372:Pediatrics; D010819:Physician's Role; D010865:Pilot Projects; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires; D014028:Tobacco Smoke Pollution / Q000517:prevention & control* / Q000706:statistics & numerical data
D014028:Tobacco Smoke Pollution