Abstract
BackgroundIncreasingly, states are legalizing cannabis for recreational use. Improved accessibility may allow adults with pain to use cannabis more liberally. Greater understanding is needed about how adults with pain perceive the effects of cannabis, particularly those who also use opioid analgesics. PurposeTo examine the perceived effects of cannabis among adults who have been prescribed opioids for persistent pain. MethodsA survey-based study was conducted on 150 adults with persistent pain. Data from two open-ended questions were analyzed using a qualitative descriptive approach and content analysis. FindingsData analysis led to identification of two main categories and five subcategories: (a) cannabis benefits with two subcategories of “physiological” and “mental health”; (b) adverse effects with three subcategories of “physiological,” “mental health,” and “social and economic concerns.” DiscussionBoth positive and negative effects of cannabis were described. Nursing practice, including open communication with patients, can be guided by patient perspectives surrounding benefits and adverse effects of cannabis use.
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