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Smoking CessationInterventionNCT06923852

Acute Respiratory Disease as a Fulcrum Point to Quit Smoking: Evaluation of an ED-based Intervention

An observational study of Smoking Cessation and Emergency Department Visit, run by Seda Oğuz.

Completed

Finished. The study has ended and is not enrolling. Results may be posted on the official record.

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Trial summary

This study aims to evaluate smoking cessation success rates using the Fagerström Test for Nicotine Dependence (FTND) in smoking cessation treatment. The study has a retrospective design, analyzing data from patients who applied to a smoking cessation clinic to investigate the impact of nicotine dependence severity on… Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 18 years and older
What is being tested?
Smoking cessation support that World Health Organization (WHO) 5A model (Ask, Advise, Assess, Assist, Arrange).
How many people
288 participants
Where
No sites listed yet
Study dates
10 Nov 2016to 10 Jan 2017
How long will I take part?
1 Month
Phase
Observational
Are there results?
None posted in the registry

Key requirements

Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.

  • Ages 18 years and older
  • All sexes
  • No healthy volunteers
  • Adult, Older adult

Study population: A total of 20,928 patients presented to the ED during the specified period and 2,018 of these patients were evaluated with acute respiratory complaints diagnosed with ARI. Of the patients admitted with ARI, 541 reported active smoking. Finally, 288 participants were accepted for the study.

Who may be able to join

  • Patients who were active smokers and admitted to the emergency department with acute respiratory system complaints.

Who cannot join

  • Exclusion criteria included individuals under 18 years of age, ASA class III-IV, pregnancy or breastfeeding, communication difficulties such as language barrier or cognitive impairment, psychotic behaviors or history of psychiatric treatment, and initiation of smoking cessation treatment.

About this study

This study aims to evaluate smoking cessation success rates using the Fagerström Test for Nicotine Dependence (FTND) in smoking cessation treatment. The study has a retrospective design, analyzing data from patients who applied to a smoking cessation clinic to investigate the impact of nicotine dependence severity on quitting success.

Read the detailed description

Emergency departments (EDs) are among the most critical referral centers for individuals with health problems resulting from the direct and indirect effects of smoking. Individuals may be more motivated to change their smoking habits, especially during acute attacks of respiratory diseases. The American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) and some organizations recommend that interventions for smoking cessation should be implemented by physicians and nurses in the form of counseling for patients with active smoking who receive treatment for acute respiratory infections (ARI) in EDs. However, interventions for smoking cessation are frequently performed in primary health care institutions and according to studies, a high majority of emergency physicians think that EDs are not the appropriate place for this intervention and are not included in their professional responsibilities.

The effect of nicotine dependence (ND) severity on smoking cessation has been shown in studies. Fagerström Test of Nicotine Dependence (FTND) developed by Fagerström et al. is a widely used tool to measure the ND level of individuals. The Turkish validity and reliability study of the test was conducted by Uysal et al. In the approach to smoking cessation, ND level comes to the forefront in determining personalized intervention strategies. At high levels of addiction, nicotine replacement therapy or pharmacologic support is recommended because the physical and psychological dependence of individuals is more intense. In these cases, motivational counseling and regular follow-up are necessary during the cessation process. At moderate levels of addiction, nicotine replacement products or behavioral therapies are usually recommended, while less pharmacological intervention may be required. At low levels of addiction, behavioral support and counseling may be sufficient for smoking cessation. Pharmacologic treatment is usually not needed in these individuals, but education and awareness-raising methods that support smoking cessation can be used. Intervention with strategies appropriate to the level of ND is a crucial factor in increasing the success of smoking cessation.

When determining the assistance method in individuals who want to quit smoking; WHO recommends five major steps (5A) in smoking cessation treatment. In practice, the "Ask, Advise, Assess, Assist, Arrange" approach is an evidence-based smoking cessation model that has been developed to provide effective interventions in a short time, especially in busy working environments.

This study aimed to examine the effects of short structured interviews with patients who presented to the ED due to ARI on smoking cessation behavior and to follow up for one month. It is aimed to evaluate the applicability of smoking cessation interventions on those with ARI in EDs.

Being tested
Smoking cessation support that World Health Organization (WHO) 5A model (Ask, Advise, Assess, Assist, Arrange).
Medical subject headings
Smoking Cessation

What participants receive

What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.

  • Smoking cessation support that World Health Organization (WHO) 5A model (Ask, Advise, Assess, Assist, Arrange).Behavioural

    Smoking cessation support that World Health Organization (WHO) 5A model (Ask, Advise, Assess, Assist, Arrange).

Study groups in NCT06923852
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
Active smokers who attend the emergency depertment with acute respiratory infectionsNot described
Receives: Behavioral: Smoking cessation support that World Health Organization (WHO) 5A model (Ask, Advise, Assess, Assist, Arrange).

What is being measured

The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.

  1. Smoking cessation success on acute respiratory infections patients based on FTND score

    Examine the effects of short structured interviews with patients who presented to the ED due to ARI on smoking cessation behavior. It is aimed to evaluate the applicability of smoking cessation interventions on those with ARI in EDs.

    Measured: Two periods as first week after intervention and first month after intervention.

Timeline

From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.

  1. First posted11 Apr 2025
  2. Study start10 Nov 2016
  3. Primary completion10 Jan 2017
  4. Study completion10 Jan 2017

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More details

For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.

Study design
Study type
Observational
Observational model
Case-control
Time perspective
Cross-sectional
Enrolment
288 participants (actual)
Target duration
1 Month
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT06923852
Sponsor's protocol ID
SMOKE-21041991
Acronym
Intervention
Status last verified
Apr 2025
First submitted
4 Apr 2025
Last updated
11 Apr 2025
Results posted
No
Data monitoring committee
No
FDA-regulated drug
No
FDA-regulated device
No
Individual data sharing
Undecided

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

An observational study of Smoking Cessation and Emergency Department Visit, run by Seda Oğuz.

The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.

Who may be eligible to take part?

The sponsor lists 1 inclusion and 1 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.

Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?

The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 11 Apr 2025. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.

What are the possible benefits and risks?

They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.

Are results available for this study?

The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.

How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?

The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.

What does the primary outcome measure?

Smoking cessation success on acute respiratory infections patients based on FTND score (time frame: Two periods as first week after intervention and first month after intervention.). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.

Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?

No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.

How often is this information updated?

AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 11 Apr 2025.

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