Assessment tools for the measurement of the self-efficacy of drug users: protocol for a systematic review

Abstract

IntroductionThe abuse of alcohol and other drugs is a worldwide problem, the treatment of which poses a challenge to healthcare workers.ObjectiveThis study presents a proposal for a systematic review to analyse the psychometric properties of assessment tools developed to measure the self-efficacy of drug users with regard to resisting the urge to take drugs in high-risk situations.Methods and AnalysisThe guiding question was based on PICOS (Population Intervention Comparator Outcome Setting), and the report of the methods of review protocol was written in accordance with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Protocols (PRISMA-P). Searches will be performed in the PsycINFO, Cochrane, Pubmed, Web of Science, SCOPUS and CINAHL databases, followed by the use of the ‘snowball’ strategy. The inclusion criteria for the articles will be (1) assessment tool validation studies; (2) assessment tools developed to measure self-efficacy; (3) quantitative measures; (4) measures designed for use on adults; (5) data from self-reports of the participants; (6) studies involving a description of psychometric properties of the measures; and (7) studies that explain how the level of self-efficacy is scored. The search, selection and analysis will be performed by two independent reviewers. In cases of a divergence of opinion, a third reviewer will be consulted. The COSMIN checklist will be used for the appraisal of the methodological quality of the assessment tools and the certainty of the evidence in the articles (risk of bias) will be analysed using the GRADE (Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development and Evaluation) approach.Ethics and disseminationThis protocol does not require ethical approval. However, this protocol is part of the thesis entitled Drug-Taking Confidence Questionnaire for use in Brazil, presented for obtaining a doctorate in neuropsychiatry and behavioural sciences from the Federal University of Pernambuco, and has received approval from the human research ethics committee of the Federal University of Pernambuco (reference number: 1.179.162).The results will be disseminated to clinicians and researchers through peer-reviewed publications and conferences.PROSPERO registration numberCRD42017068555.

Brief Counselling with Self-evaluation Drug Use Sheet to Improve the effectivity of Drug Therapy in Diabetes Mellitus with Hypertension Complication Outpatients

“…Pharmaceutical care using BCP combined with SEDUS has a better effect than using one of them. Pharmaceutical care is an important aspect in realizing therapeutic goals for patients with chronic illness [12], [27], [28]. The current findings suggest the need for hospitalpharmacists to improve their pharmaceutical care skill and knowledge base in pharmacotherapeutics with appropriate training to facilitate clinical problem-solving.…”

“…One of the benefits of pharmacists in pharmaceutical care is the provision of education and counseling to patients to improve therapeutic success and motivate patients to follow established therapeutic regimens [8]- [10]. In addition to the verbal, counseling can also be done with written materials such as leaflets and self-evaluation drug use sheet (SEDUS) that serves as a reminder to increase knowledge and strengthen what is conveyed by pharmacists during counseling [11]- [12].…”

“…Self-evaluation drug use sheet is patients' ability to assess therapy success through behavioral changes. Selfevaluation drug use sheet is done by the patient independently with an assisted pharmacist as a counselor, to achieve understanding and compliance in drug therapy [12], [24].…”

Prevalence and Correlates of Prescription Drug Misuse in a Nationwide Population Survey in Taiwan

“…Self-efficacy was also identified as a critical predictor of how an individual develops coping behaviors, performance, and perseverance in the face of difficulties [ 14 ]. Health-related self-efficacy was defined as an adaptive cognitive factor of perceived health control [ 15 ]. It was included in this study because the variable plays a key role in predicting treatment outcomes of and longer abstinence from substance use disorders.…”

“…Further, self-efficacy on the belief that one’s own efforts can achieve desired results (e.g., health promotion or psychosocial function) is necessary to sustain idealized coping behaviors and quality of life [ 15 ]. The concept implies that higher self-efficacy on personal effort promotes prevention from relapse of poor coping strategies, such as binge-drinking, bulimia, or prescription medication misuse.…”