Smoking Cessation Flashcards
1
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5 As in smoking cessation
A
ask, advise, assess, assist, arrange
2
Q
list some nicotine withdrawal Sx
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irritability, anxiety, increased appetite, depression, insomnia
3
Q
time line of nicotine withdrawal
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manifest in first 1-2 days, subside w/i 2-4 weeks
4
Q
what are the 7 FDA approved quitting meds
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5 NRT options- patch, gum lozenge, nasal spray, oral inhaler
bupropion (zyban, wellbutrin)
varenicline (chantix)
5
Q
2 best medical interventions
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double NRT (long term patch and gum or spray)
varenicline
6
Q
min time on NRT
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min 12 weeks, can be 6-12 months or longer
7
Q
contra for bupropion
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hx of seizure, recent EtOH or benzo withdrawal
8
Q
side effects of varenicline
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nausea, insomnia, headache, vivid dreams
