Smoking: Definition, Causes, and Effects

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What is considered a cause of smoking according to the text?

Avoiding friends who smoke

Experimenting with forbidden things (correct)

Regular exercise routine

High self-esteem

Which of the following is NOT listed as a sign or symptom of smoking in the text?

Nagging morning cough

Shortness of breath

Frequent occurrences of dental cavities (correct)

Increased fatigue

What is a potential complication of smoking mentioned in the text?

Enhanced sense of taste and smell

Reduced risk for lung diseases

Improved immune function

Rheumatoid arthritis (correct)

Why do some individuals start smoking according to the text?

To look mature like their parents Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential effect of smoking on pregnancy mentioned in the text?

Decreased immune function in the baby Signup and view all the answers

What is one disease that is NOT mentioned as a potential consequence of smoking?

Liver disease Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct way to wash your hands?

First, wet hands and apply liquid or clean bar of soap, then rub all surfaces including palms, fingers, and in between for 10-15 seconds. Signup and view all the answers

Why should you not use Q tips in your ears?

To avoid pushing ear wax deep into the ear canal. Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of nails?

To protect the sensitive tips of our fingers and toes. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to round your fingernails slightly when trimming them?

To prevent ingrown nails. Signup and view all the answers

How can you care for your feet properly?

Dry feet thoroughly, especially between the toes. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following activities supports good health according to the text?

Getting a good amount of sleep and rest. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to brush your hair daily?

To remove dead skin cells and promote blood circulation Signup and view all the answers

What is dandruff and what usually causes it?

A flaking of dead skin cells on the scalp caused by dry skin Signup and view all the answers

How can head lice be transmitted from one person to another?

By sharing combs, brushes, and hats Signup and view all the answers

What can cause the splitting and breaking of hair?

Exposure to too much heat, wind, and chemical treatments Signup and view all the answers

What can weaken hair and cause it to split apart?

Permanent hair dye and chlorine exposure Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the human skin according to the text?

To protect the body from external factors Signup and view all the answers

What is one recommended action for non-smokers according to the text?

Sit far from people who smoke Signup and view all the answers

Which audience assessment factor is mentioned for smokers in the text?

Level of education Signup and view all the answers

What is a key step in advising smokers to quit smoking according to the text?

Develop an action plan to quit smoking Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT listed as an effect of smoking on the body in the text?

Heart disease Signup and view all the answers

What is one strategy suggested for non-smokers in smoke-free environments according to the text?

Choose smoke-free restaurants Signup and view all the answers

Why is it crucial to show videos about cases that died due to smoking, according to the text?

To motivate audiences to stop smoking Signup and view all the answers

What should you do the night before quitting smoking, according to the text?

Wash your bedding and clothes Signup and view all the answers

How can family and friends support someone in quitting smoking?

Not smoking around the individual Signup and view all the answers

Which technique is suggested to help control stress when quitting smoking?

Engaging in regular exercise Signup and view all the answers

What is a benefit of quitting smoking mentioned in the text?

Improvement in lung function Signup and view all the answers

How is substance abuse defined in the text?

A patterned use of substances causing harm or injury to health Signup and view all the answers

Which type of drug is classified as a stimulant in the text?

Cocaine Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Hair Care

Brushing hair daily helps keep the scalp clean by loosening and removing dust and dead cells, promotes blood circulation to the scalp, and adds shine to hair.
Regular washing of combs and brushes, and avoiding sharing of hair accessories can prevent hair and scalp problems.

Hair and Scalp Problems

Dandruff is a flaking of the outer layer of dead skin cells on the scalp, usually caused by dry skin, but can be controlled with special shampoos.
Head lice are parasitic insects that live on the hair shaft, causing itching, and can be avoided by not sharing hair accessories and using special shampoos.
Splitting and breaking of hair can be caused by too much heat, wind, chlorine, chemical treatments, and permanent hair dye.

Skin

The human skin is the outer covering of the body and has a function of protection.
Washing ears daily with a washcloth, avoiding Q-tips, and not sharing hair accessories can prevent ear problems.

Hand Hygiene

Wash hands with soap and water for 10-15 seconds, scrubbing all surfaces, to remove germs.
Rinse well and dry hands to maintain hand hygiene.

Nail Care

Keep nails trim, clean, and shaped to prevent weakness, ingrown, or infection.
Cut nails straight across, smooth rough edges with a file or emery board, and keep cuticles clean.

Foot Care

Wash feet daily, dry them carefully, especially between the toes, and keep feet and skin clean and dry to prevent fungal infections.
Avoid walking barefoot in public areas and change socks daily.

Sleep and Rest

Get a good amount of sleep and rest daily to maintain overall health.

Food Safety and Hygiene

Practice good hygiene, cook food thoroughly, and handle food safely to prevent foodborne illnesses.

Smoking

Smoking is the inhalation of the smoke of burning tobacco, which exposes the body to over 7,000 chemicals, many of which are toxic.
Causes of smoking include stress, social characteristics, exposure, and susceptibility to tobacco, and experimentation.
Signs and symptoms of smoking include nagging morning cough, decreased sense of smell and taste, tooth discoloration, and poor circulation.
Complications of smoking include death, cardiovascular disease, lung disease, pregnancy complications, decreased immune function, and cancer.

Health Education for Non-Smokers

Say no to people who offer to smoke, attend awareness campaigns, sit far from people who smoke, ask people not to smoke around you, and choose smoke-free restaurants.

Health Education for Smokers

Assess audience needs and educate about the effects of smoking on the body, motivate to stop smoking, and provide a plan of action to quit.
Teach steps for quitting smoking, including preparing the night before, asking for support, knowing triggers, and maintaining self-regulation skills.

Substance Abuse

Substance abuse is the patterned use of any substance including alcohol and other drugs that causes harm or injury to the health.
Most common types of drug and substance abuse include alcohol, sedatives, narcotics, and stimulants.

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This quiz provides information on the definition of smoking, its causes, and the effects of smoking tobacco products. Learn about the physical and psychological addiction to smoking, as well as the exposure to over 7,000 chemicals through tobacco smoke.