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What is the main reason mentioned in the text for the faster transition to addiction to nicotine in adolescents?
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?
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?
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?
Why do adolescents have a faster transition to nicotine addiction than adults based on the text?
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Which recommended action for pediatricians is mentioned in the text regarding e-cigarette use and exposure?
Which recommended action for pediatricians is mentioned in the text regarding e-cigarette use and exposure?
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