Adolescent Health Examinations Quiz
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What is the main reason mentioned in the text for the faster transition to addiction to nicotine in adolescents?

  • Higher metabolic rate leading to more stress
  • Slower clearance mechanism compared to adults
  • Increased permeability of lung epithelium (correct)
  • Faster respiratory rate resulting in increased toxin exposure

    • Why are adolescents more at risk of adverse effects when exposed to toxins than adults, according to the text?

  • Slower clearance mechanism compared to adults
  • Greater absorption of toxins through lung epithelium
  • Faster respiratory rate resulting in increased toxin exposure
  • Higher metabolic rate leading to more stress (correct)

    • Which lung development aspect contributes to adolescents having a slower clearance mechanism compared to adults?

  • Growth of alveoli in size during the first 3 years after birth
  • Faster respiratory rate resulting in more toxin exposure
  • Higher permeable lung epithelium leading to greater toxin absorption
  • Development of alveoli distention from 3 years onwards to adolescence (correct)

    • Why do adolescents have a faster transition to nicotine addiction than adults based on the text?

    <p>Greater absorption of toxins through lung epithelium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which recommended action for pediatricians is mentioned in the text regarding e-cigarette use and exposure?

    <p>Promote comprehensive tobacco-free bans including e-cigarettes</p> Signup and view all the answers

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