Who is more likely to smoke?
the uneducated poor person
how much tobacco is safe?
none
what is the only way to improve lung function for smokers?
smoking cessation
T/F second hand smoke increases risk of mortality
true
What’s the acronym for public health?
MPOWER M= monitor tabacco P = protect 2nd hand smokers O = offer help W = warm about dangers E = enforce bans on advertising and promotions R = Raise taxes
What is the best way to screen your patient’s smoking history?
5 As Ask Advise and assess Assist Arrange
what is the bottom line of pharmacotherapy for smoking cessation?
it helps people quit and there are no adverse affects