The Nurse Is Conducting a Smoking-Cessation Program

question 11

Multiple Choice

The nurse is conducting a smoking-cessation program. Which statement regarding drugs used in cigarette-smoking-cessation programs is true?

• A) Rapid chewing of the nicotine gum releases an immediate dose of nicotine.
• B) Quick relief from withdrawal symptoms is most easily achieved by using a transdermal patch.
• C) Compliance with treatment is higher with use of the gum rather than the transdermal patch.
• D) The nicotine gum can be used only up to six times per day.