Co-existing Asthma and COPD: Role of Smoking Cessation

These flashcards cover key concepts related to the role of smoking cessation in managing co-existing asthma and COPD.

What is nicotine dependence

A physical and psychological dependence on nicotine, characterized by withdrawal symptoms upon cessation.

Whar is the 5A's Approach and what does it include?

A framework used in smoking cessation that includes Ask, Assess, Advise, Assist, and Arrange follow-up for smokers.

What is smoling cessation?

The process of discontinuing tobacco smoking, essential for reducing health risks associated with smoking.

What is Quickline?

A support service for individuals seeking assistance with quitting smoking, offering counseling and resources.

What is Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

A progressive lung disease characterized by breathing difficulties commonly caused by smoking.

What is varenicline and how does it help?

A prescription medication used in smoking cessation that acts as a partial agonist at nicotinic receptors

Helps reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms while also diminishing the rewarding effects of cigarettes if the individual smokes while taking the medication

What is bupropion and how does it work + side effects?

An antidepressant that is also used as a medication to help people quit smoking.

Inhibits reuptake of dopamine and norepinephrine — improves mood and decrease cravings for nicotine.

Common side effects include insomnia, dry mouth, and increased anxiety.

What is Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT)

Products that provide a low dose of nicotine without the harmful chemicals found in tobacco.

These products help reduce withdrawal symptoms and cravings during smoking cessation.

What is a Public Health Threat and how are they combatted?

A significant challenge to the health of the population, as seen with tobacco smoking and its widespread effects

Needs comprehensive responses that may include health promotion, disease prevention strategies, public education, and policy interventions

What are Tobacco Control Measures and the five examples?

Regulatory actions, such as taxation and advertising bans, aimed at reducing tobacco use and its harm.

Taxation, advertising bans, graphic warning labels, smoke free laws and public education campaigns

What is second hand smoke?

Smoke that is exhaled by a smoker or that comes from the burning end of a cigarette, which poses health risks to non-smokers.

Behavioral Support

Therapeutic interventions designed to help individuals change their tobacco use behaviors effectively.

Psychosocial Theories

Theories that explain how psychological and social factors influence nicotine dependence and smoking behavior.