Section: Module 3: Lesson 2: Nicotine Withdrawal: Pathophysiology and Clinical Manifestations | Prevention and Treatment of Tobacco Use | NextGenU.org
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Student Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:- Describe the physiological changes that occur during nicotine withdrawal.
- Explain how these changes contribute to the symptoms and challenges of nicotine withdrawal.
- Describe the primary clinical manifestations of nicotine withdrawal.
- Explain the typical course and evolution of nicotine withdrawal.
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Required Learning Resources and Activities
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Read the abstract, introduction/background, discussion, and conclusion. (20 minutes)
Journal of Applied Science - 2021
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Read the web content and watch the two videos. (11 minutes)
Quit Victoria - 2023
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Read the abstract, introduction/background, discussion, and conclusion. (60 minutes)
Journal of Neuropharmacology - 2014
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In this activity, you will create an educational tool about the addictive properties of tobacco and withdrawal for future patients.
Step 1: Select your preferred format/media to create your educational tool. You can create a slideshow (PowerPoint presentation), a piece of writing in a blog format (with pictures included), a trifold, a video, or an infographic for social media, etc.
Step 2: Develop a tool that explains the effects of tobacco use including its addictive properties and the physiological effects of withdrawal on patients.
You must consider:
- The tool's clarity and accuracy in explaining the addictive properties of tobacco.
- The tool's effectiveness in describing the physiological effects of withdrawal.
- The appropriateness of the content for prospective patients.
- The creativity and usability of the tool in real-world settings.
Step 3: Share your work on the course's designated discussion area for learners to view and discuss. To do this, click “add a new discussion topic” below, complete the fields, and paste a link to your product. If you want your work to be published on our website and social media, please specify this in your forum post description.
Step 4: Although not required, you are encouraged to review and discuss the works of your fellow learners. This is a great way to learn from each other and improve your own work.
OPTIONAL Step 5: Interact (10 minutes)
If you would like to, you can reply to your peers' posts in a respectful and professional manner. Ensure that your post engages your peers' ideas by including a reflection on their comments, sharing ideas of other potential difficulties and parties involved, or asking thought-provoking questions. If a peer comments on your posting, please reply. To post a reply, click “Reply” on a particular discussion, write your feedback and then click on “Post to forum.”
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To access the quiz, click on the name of the quiz provided above. On the following screen, click the attempt quiz button to view the case studies and respond to the questions.
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Recommended Additional Readings
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Read the entire document. (50 minutes)
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