Consumption of alcohol by academic nursing: an educational intervention
International Journal of Development Research
Consumption of alcohol by academic nursing: an educational intervention
Received 19th December, 2017; Received in revised form 06th January, 2018; Accepted 22nd February, 2018; Published online 30th March, 2018
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Objective: This research evaluates alcohol consumption among nursing students in an institution of higher education in the hinterland of Paraiba. Methodology: We conducted a cross-sectional study with a quantitative approach with a sample of 70 nursing students. Results: There was a prevalence of alcoholism of 84.29%. The main beverages used were 60% for beer, whiskey distilled and 7,15% with 7.1%. Consumption is higher among male students, the main reason why the experiences the influence of alcohol to friends. Conclusion Given the above, it was found that the prevalence of alcoholism among academics is high, requiring educational campaigns aiming to reduce alcohol consumption among students.