The Surgeon General reports that nicotine addiction produces 480,000 fatalities each year in the United States, with more casualties than all other addictions combined. Around 23% of the world’s population inhales cigarettes, and the prevalence of electronic inhalation or “vaping” of nicotine has skyrocketed in recent years, particularly in young people. Studies have linked tobacco smoking to a range of devastating illnesses, including coronary artery disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, cancers in every human organ system, and decreased reproductive health.Diagnosing nicotine addiction involves assessing patient history and behaviors and using screening tools. Treatment plans are personalized, combining behavioral counseling with pharmacotherapy options like nicotine replacement therapies, bupropion, or varenicline. Support systems such as support groups and quitlines offer ongoing encouragement. Relapse prevention strategies and continued follow-up are essential for maintaining cessation efforts and achieving long-term success in abstaining from tobacco use.This activity for healthcare professionals is designed to enhance learners’ proficiency in evaluating and managing nicotine addiction. Participants gain a deeper insight into the condition’s risk factors, complications, and evidence-based diagnostic and management strategies. Greater competence enables learners to work effectively within an interprofessional team caring for patients with nicotine addiction.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/29163
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: IPCE Credits: 1.5 hours
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.5 hours
Nursing: 1.5 hours
Pharmacy: 1.5 hours
Social Work: 1.5 hours - MOC Credit Details: ABS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABS)
ABOS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABOS)
ABPATH - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
ABA - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABA)
ABTS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABTS)
ABIM - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Medical Knowledge (ABIM)
ABS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS)
ABP - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment (ABP)
ABOHNS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABOHNS)
ABTS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABTS) - Commercial Support: No
- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
- Fee to Participate: Variable
- Measured Outcome: Learner Knowledge, Learner/Team Competence
- Provider Ship: Directly Provided
- Registration: Open to all
- Specialty: Adult Cardiac, All Practice Areas (e.g. ethics), Ambulatory/Outpatient, Cardiothoracic, Cardiovascular, Complex General Surgical Oncology, Critical Care, General Operative Anesthesia, General Orthopaedics, General Otolaryngology, General Pediatrics, General Thoracic, Internal Medicine, Non-Thoracic Surgery