To understand obstetric provider perspectives on child protective services (CPS)-mandated reporting requirements and how they affect care for pregnant and postpartum patients with opioid use disorder (OUD). Key informant interviews were conducted virtually with obstetricians, nurse practitioners, and social workers caring for obstetric patients ( = 12). Providers were asked about their experience as mandated reporters working with patients with OUD.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: Tobacco smoking is a leading cause of preventable death worldwide. The perinatal period provides a unique opportunity for intervention, as many smokers quit smoking during pregnancy but relapse postpartum. Novel relapse prevention interventions that reduce the burden of treatment attendance in this population are needed.
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