smoking addiction Flashcards
Which of the following is NOT a common risk factor for smoking addiction?
A) Low socioeconomic status
B) High education level
C) Family members who smoke
D) Other substance use
Answer: B) High education level
What is the main purpose of the Fagerström Tolerance Questionnaire in smoking addiction?
A) To diagnose COPD
B) To assess the level of nicotine dependence
C) To evaluate cardiovascular health
D) To detect the presence of lung cancer
Answer: B) To assess the level of nicotine dependence
Which of the following is a red flag indicating severe withdrawal symptoms in a patient who recently quit smoking?
A) Mild irritability
B) Severe anxiety and depression
C) Increased appetite
D) Slight cough
Answer: B) Severe anxiety and depression
Which prescription medication is an antidepressant that also helps with smoking cessation by affecting dopamine levels?
A) Nicotine patch
B) Bupropion (Wellbutrin)
C) Varenicline (Chantix)
D) Nicotine gum
Answer: B) Bupropion (Wellbutrin)
What should be the main focus when educating older adults about quitting smoking?
A) The immediate undesirable effects
B) The immediate benefits such as fewer respiratory infections and improved taste sensation
C) Peer pressure and media influence
D) The cost of smoking
Answer: B) The immediate benefits such as fewer respiratory infections and improved taste sensation
Jim is a 65 years old male who has been smoking 1 pack per day for 50 years and has no desire to quit. During the assessment, which of the following would be an important point to emphasize to Jim about quitting smoking at his age?
A) It’s too late to benefit from quitting
B) Quitting will have no impact on his current health status
C) Even at his age, quitting can lead to fewer respiratory infections and improved circulation
D) Smoking does not significantly impact his quality of life
Answer: C) Even at his age, quitting can lead to fewer respiratory infections and improved circulation
Julia is a 30 years old female who smokes 0.5 pack per day for 12 years and is interested in quitting. Which of the following is a recommended approach to assist Julia in her smoking cessation efforts?
A) Suggesting she quit cold turkey without any support
B) Providing her with information on nicotine replacement therapy and setting a quit date
C) Ignoring her interest in quitting
D) Telling her to quit on her own without any further assistance
Answer: B) Providing her with information on nicotine replacement therapy and setting a quit date
Nate is a 20 years old male who has been smoking 1 pack per day for 3 years and is unsure if he wants to quit. Which of the following is a common immediate undesirable effect of smoking that you can discuss with Nate?
A) Weight gain
B) Improved respiratory function
C) Bad odor
D) Increased energy levels
Answer: C) Bad odor
