Reasons for Unwillingness to Quit Smoking

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Which of the following is a proven effect of comprehensive smoke-free laws?

Increased mortality from smoking-related illnesses

Reduced mortality from smoking-related illnesses (correct)

Increased neonatal mortality

Reduced hospital admissions for common cold

What is the impact of smoke-free laws on neonatal and infant mortality?

Unrelated to mortality

Reduced mortality (correct)

Increased mortality

No impact

How many countries were covered by comprehensive smoke-free environments in 2007?

74

50

100

10 (correct)

What is the burden caused by second-hand smoke, according to the Global Burden of Disease (2019) estimates?

1.3 million deaths Signup and view all the answers

What health conditions are associated with second-hand smoke (SHS) exposure in adults?

Stroke, coronary heart disease, cancer Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between second-hand smoke (SHS) exposure and respiratory infections?

Increased risk of respiratory infections Signup and view all the answers

According to the WHO report on the global tobacco epidemic, how many people die from second-hand smoke (SHS) exposure annually?

1.3 million Signup and view all the answers

How does the number of non-smokers' deaths from SHS compare to road traffic crash deaths?

More than road traffic crash deaths Signup and view all the answers

What is the main impact of comprehensive smoke-free laws on acute coronary syndrome?

$50%$ reduction in mortality from acute coronary syndrome Signup and view all the answers

How has the coverage of countries by comprehensive smoke-free environments changed from 2007 to 2022?

Increased from 10 to 74 Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common respiratory condition among children exposed to secondhand smoke?

Respiratory tract infections Signup and view all the answers

According to the Stages of Change Model, which stage are geriatric patients more likely to reside in?

Pre-contemplation stage Signup and view all the answers

Why are older smokers less likely to attempt quitting than younger smokers?

They are not interested in quitting Signup and view all the answers

What might contribute to the success of older smokers who attempt to quit despite decades of continuous smoking?

Personal insights and self-motivation Signup and view all the answers

Which age group of smokers is less likely to report attempting to quit or seek help from a GP?

75+ years Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason that older smokers are more likely to smoke, according to the text?

Nicotine dependence Signup and view all the answers

What is recommended in every visit a patient makes to their primary care provider?

Smoking cessation counseling Signup and view all the answers

What should be done at every physician encounter for smokers according to the text?

Urge smokers to quit Signup and view all the answers

What tool can be used as an early eye opener and motivation for smokers?

Quit Smoking And Save tool Signup and view all the answers

What plays an important role in improving abstinence rates among smokers according to the text?

Number of quit attempts Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason a patient may be unwilling to quit smoking?

Fear of weight loss and other concerns about quitting Signup and view all the answers

What stage is the patient in if they have already stopped smoking within the last 6 months?

Maintenance Signup and view all the answers

Which medication is considered a first-line medication for smoking cessation?

Bupropion SR Signup and view all the answers

Which tool should be used to assess the patient's readiness to stop smoking?

Stages of Change - Smoking tool Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of nicotine replacement therapies (NRT) in smoking cessation?

To help patients unwilling or unable to stop smoking lessen their cigarette consumption Signup and view all the answers

When should second-line medications for smoking cessation be considered?

If first-line medications have failed or are contraindicated Signup and view all the answers

What was developed by a panel of international experts in 2009 to tailor pharmacotherapy for smoking cessation?

"Medication Algorithm" Signup and view all the answers

Which stage is characterized by the patient thinking about stopping but not having made a decision to quit?

Contemplation Signup and view all the answers

What should be done for patients willing to quit within the next 30 days?

Set a quit date, create an individualized quit plan, and continue smoking cessation counseling Signup and view all the answers

What should be considered when choosing pharmacological therapy for smoking cessation?

Patient’s past experience, preference, medical conditions, & potential side effects Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the 'Guide for using the algorithm'?

Offering guidance on pharmacotherapy for quitting smoking Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of first-line medications is addressed in the 'Guide for using the algorithm'?

Impact on dosage required when the client smokes and/or stops smoking Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'Summary of product characteristics' include for all medications used to quit smoking?

Dose and side effects Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential risk factor for smoking relapse?

Being with family or friends who smoke Signup and view all the answers

What should be arranged within the first 2 weeks after initiating medical therapy, according to the text?

Physician follow-up Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended interval for follow-up visits after the initial physician follow-up?

12-week intervals Signup and view all the answers

When do symptoms of nicotine withdrawal usually peak according to the text?

Within 1-2 weeks Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'Guide to drug interactions with tobacco smoking' summarize?

Drug interactions with tobacco smoking Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'Guide to drug interactions with tobacco smoking' indicate about CYP1A2 activity after smoking cessation?

It increases the risk of adverse drug reactions Signup and view all the answers

What is considered a potential impact on dosage required when the client smokes and/or stops smoking according to the 'Guide to drug interactions with tobacco smoking'?

Compensatory smoking - inhaling more deeply Signup and view all the answers