Signs of strong physical addiction to nicotine include 1. inhaling smoke frequently and deeply. 2. smokes even when ill enough to be bed-ridden. 3. can smoke less than 10 cigarettes a day if in a smoke-free environment.
4. smokes within 30 minutes of waking up.
a. 1 and 2 only
b. 2 and 3 only
c. 1, 2, and 4 only
d. 1, 2, 3, and 4
Q. 2 A smoker with very low dependency seeks your advice about smoking cessation. What nicotine replacement agent would you suggest?
a. Nicotine replacement patch (21 mg)
b. Varenicline (Chantix)
c. Nicotine inhaler
d. Bupropion
Q. 3 The two inhaled prostacyclin analogues available in the United States are
a. Iloprost and Tyvaso.
b. Varenicline and bupropion.
c. Albuterol and Atrovent.
d. Xopenex and Survanta.
Q. 4 Respiratory care assessment of smoking cessation drug therapy includes 1. monitoring abstinence rates at intervals such as 3, 6, or 12 months. 2. monitoring for symptoms of nicotine overdose.
. counseling and support throughout treatment for smoking cessation.
4. assessing patients for weight gain and encouraging an exercise program.
a. 1 and 2 only
b. 2 and 3 only
c. 1, 2, and 3 only
d. 1, 2, 3, and 4
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