Author(s):
Singampalli. Nohini. Sandhya, Alexander. P.C
Email(s):
singampalli.sandhya@cutm.ac.in , alextheboss001@gmail.com
DOI:
10.52711/2454-2660.2025.00029 
Address:
Singampalli. Nohini. Sandhya1, Alexander. P.C2
1Vice Principal, School of Nursing, Paralakhemundi Campus, Centurion University of Technology and Management, Odisha.
2Nursing Officer, ESIC Medical College Hospital, Sanath Nagar, Hyderabad.
*Corresponding Author
Published In:
Volume - 13,
Issue - 3,
Year - 2025
ABSTRACT:
Secondary smoking, or passive smoking, continues to be a major public health issue worldwide, contributing to respiratory illnesses, cardiovascular diseases, and increased morbidity. Nurses, as frontline healthcare professionals, play a critical role in reducing exposure to second hand smoke (SHS) and mitigating its health impacts. This study investigates the effectiveness of nursing-led interventions, such as education, smoking cessation programs, and advocacy for smoke-free environments, in improving health outcomes for secondary smokers in rural and urban communities. Using a mixed-method approach, data were collected through pre- and post-intervention health surveys and in-depth interviews with participants and nurses. The results demonstrated significant improvements in respiratory symptoms, increased adoption of smoke-free policies, and enhanced community awareness. Challenges, including resource constraints and resistance from primary smokers, were also identified. The study concludes by emphasizing the necessity of integrating nursing interventions with public health policies to achieve long-term reduction in secondary smoking exposure.
Cite this article:
Singampalli. Nohini. Sandhya, Alexander. P.C. Impact of Nursing Interventions on Secondary Smokers’ Health: A Community-Based Approach. International Journal of Nursing Education and Research. 2025;13(3):137-9. doi: 10.52711/2454-2660.2025.00029
Cite(Electronic):
Singampalli. Nohini. Sandhya, Alexander. P.C. Impact of Nursing Interventions on Secondary Smokers’ Health: A Community-Based Approach. International Journal of Nursing Education and Research. 2025;13(3):137-9. doi: 10.52711/2454-2660.2025.00029 Available on: https://ijneronline.com/AbstractView.aspx?PID=2025-13-3-1
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