Effectiveness of a nurse-led telephonic brief intervention to reduce risky alcohol use among women in primary care in Brazil: a randomized controlled trial.
Ana Vitória Corrêa Lima, Jéssica Lima De Oliveira Pinheiro Gaia, Divane De Vargas
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In 30 seconds
This randomized controlled trial evaluated a nurse-led telephonic brief intervention aimed at reducing risky alcohol use among 151 women in primary care in São Paulo, Brazil. The intervention led to a significant reduction in AUDIT scores during the first 6 months, while control group scores increased over time, highlighting the intervention's short-term effectiveness.
Key findings
- AUDIT scores significantly reduced in the intervention group during the first 6 months postintervention.
- Control group AUDIT scores followed an increasing trajectory over time.
- Socioeconomic factors like race and household income were significantly associated with AUDIT scores.
Why it matters
This study highlights the potential of nurse-led telephonic interventions to address risky alcohol use among women in primary care, particularly in resource-limited settings. Understanding the short-term effectiveness can inform future strategies for sustained behavioral change.