Vaping in mental health inpatient units: A qualitative study of consumer and staff views on electronic nicotine delivery systems.

Objectives: The aim of this qualitative study was to explore the subjective experiences of consumers and staff members regarding the availability of electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) in inpatient mental health units.

Methods: Mental health consumers and staff members ( = 16) from rehabilitation and forensic inpatient units were interviewed in 2022. Thematic analysis of the transcripts was undertaken.