Nicotine
Chewing Tobacco is less addictive than smoking cigarettes (True or False)
False
What are the main signs of nicotine withdrawal?
Cravings, mood changes, sleep issues, headaches, increased hunger, tiredness, trouble concentrating
This is the largest ocean on Earth
the Pacific Ocean
What organ is most affected by smoking tobacco products?
the lungs
Nicotine increases the release of this "feel good" neurotransmitter
Dopamine
How soon does nicotine reach the brain after someone smokes?
Within seconds
When do symptoms of withdrawl peak?
They are worst around day 2 to 3
This planet is known as the "Red Planet."
Mars
This US federal agency regulates tobacco products.
the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Nicotine gum and patches are examples of this type of treatment.
Nicotine Replacement Therapy
This smokeless nicotine product is placed between the gum and lip.
nicotine pouch
Quitting nicotine can temporarily increase feelings of this emotion
anxiety
What is 5-4-3-2-1 an example of?
A grounding technique
This poisonous gas in cigarette smoke reduces the blood's ability to carry oxygen.
carbon monoxide
Nicotine is classified as this type of drug because it increases activity in the central nervous system.
stimulant
Although nicotine causes addiction, this substance in cigarette smoke is responsible for most smoking-related cancers.
tobacco smoke (or the carcinogens in tobacco smoke)
Many nicotine withdrawal symptoms begin within this amount of time after the last use.
within 24 hours
This is the world's longest river according to most traditional geography references.
the Nile River
This type of smoke, inhaled by people nearby, can also increase the risk of health problems.
secondhand smoke
Nicotine temporarily raises these two vital signs.
Heart rate and blood pressure
Long-term tobacco use increases the risk of this disease, which occurs when blood vessels become blocked
heart disease
This positive change begins shortly after quitting nicotine as the body starts recovering from dependence.
reduced nicotine dependence (or improved brain and body function)
What is the name of the four current interns?
Alyssa, Deanna, Megan, Vivana
Smoking damages tiny hair-like structures in the lungs called these, which normally help remove mucus and debris.
cilia
This plant genus includes tobacco species that naturally produce nicotine.
Nicotiana