a Mixed Methods Pilot Study on the Short-Term Physiological Effects of Vaping and attitudes Regarding Its Use and health Effects in Samples of Young adults.

Introduction:
This abstract presents a mixed methods pilot study on the short-term physiological effects of vaping and attitudes regarding its use and health effects in samples of young adults. The study aims to understand the immediate physiological impact of vaping and the reasons people choose to vape or abstain from vaping.

Key Points:

* The study used a mixed methods approach with 24 participants, half of whom were vapers and half non-vapers.
* qualitative analysis suggested that people vape because they think it is cool, less risky than smoking, and enjoy the social aspects of vaping.
* People who choose not to vape are concerned about the unknown health implications, think it is a waste of resources, and are apathetic toward it.
* quantitative results revealed statistically significant increases in heart rate and decreases in the percentage of blood oxygenation after 20 minutes of vape use.
* No significant changes were found in blood pressure, respiratory rate, or blood sugar scores after 20 minutes of vape use.
* Significant differences in systolic blood pressure, respiratory rate, and pulmonary function test became nonsignificant after controlling for gender.
* Both long- and short-term effects of vaping need to be further evaluated, and the psychosocial reasons why certain people vape whereas others in the same peer group do not also need to be better understood.

Main Message:
The study provides valuable insights into the short-term physiological effects of vaping and the reasons why young adults choose to vape or not. The results suggest that vaping may have immediate physiological effects on heart rate and blood oxygenation, but the long-term effects require further investigation. The study also highlights the importance of understanding the psychosocial factors that influence vaping behavior. Overall, the study underscores the need for continued research and regulation of vaping products to protect public health.

McClelland M, Sesoko C, MacDonald Da. a Mixed Methods Pilot Study on the Short-Term Physiological Effects of Vaping and attitudes Regarding Its Use and health Effects in Samples of Young adults. Journal of addictions nursing. 2020;31(2):110-118. doi:10.1097/JaN.0000000000000336