Abstract:Purpose
The purpose of this study is to explore the knowledge, beliefs and attitudes surrounding prescription opioid medications of community living older adults in southeast North Carolina.
Design/methodology/approach
A cross-sectional, descriptive, anonymous survey design of participants aged 55 or over was used.
Findings
Study participants (N = 119) reported bias in their attitudes and beliefs about the use and misuse of prescription opioid medications. Multiple regression analyses revealed that gender,… Show more
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