Original research
by
Roth, Alexis M. et al
Release Date
2021
Geography
USA
Language of Resource
English
Full Text Available
No
Open Access / OK to Reproduce
No
Peer Reviewed
Yes
Objective
Wearable biosensors have the potential to monitor physiological change associated with opioid overdose among people who use drugs.
Findings/Key points
Respiratory rate was captured for 1626.4 of 1800 possible follow-up hours. No instances of acute respiratory depression were detected. With refinement, biosensors could be used to intervene during solitary use events.
Design/methods
n=16 opiate users who wore the sensors for 5 days
Keywords
Harm reduction
About PWUD
Illegal drugs
Digital health
