Smoking and Health
Smoking negatively affects nearly all parts of the body
TRUE/FALSE
TRUE
What are some poor ways for coping with stress?
Smoking, drinking, violence, isolation
It is OKAY to feel stressed
TRUE/FALSE
TRUE
Name at least one good reason to quit smoking
Good physical health, better mental health, longer life, SAVES MONEY
Nicotine is NOT addictive
True/False
FALSE
What does smoking and nicotine do to blood pressure and heart rate?
INCREASES BLOOD PRESSURE AND HEART RATE
What are some good ways for coping with stress?
Exercise, meditation, taking a break, breathing exercises, journaling, music, art, doing something you like
What are some emotions we feel when we become stressed?
Irritable, nervous, afraid, angry, impatient, frustrated, exhausted
There are free resources to help quit smoking
TRUE/FALSE
TRUE
1-800-QUIT NOW or 1-800-784-8669
How does smoking and nicotine affect our blood vessels?
Causes them to become narrow, stiff, and hardened
Name at least 3 lung diseases that smoking may cause
Bronchitis, pneumonia, COPD, emphysema, lung cancer
Name some examples of short term stress
Sitting in traffic, crowded spaces, loud noises, running late, an argument with a friend or loved one
Name some places that we often find stress
Money, job, health, school, relationships, trauma & loss, major life changes, self
Identify some quit aids to smoking
Nicotine patch, nicotine gum, nicotine nasal spray, nicotine inhaler, and bupropion
What is the medical term for high blood pressure?
HYPERTENSION
What is at least ONE life threatening condition that smoking can increase the risk of?
Heart attack and stroke
Name some examples of long term stress
Work related stress, chronic health issues, loss of something or someone important, relationship stress
headache, joint pain, upset stomach, trouble sleeping
What can you do when you feel the urge to smoke?
Distract yourself. Do something that enjoyable that keeps you busy and reduces stress. Examples could be going for a walk, healthy snacking on berries or nuts.
Secondhand smoke is LESS dangerous than smoking
TRUE/FALSE
FALSE
Name some ways smoking affects pregnancy and reproductive health
Reduced fertility in both men and women, increased risk of ED in men. Miscarriage, premature birth, low birth weight, birth defects, developmental deficits in newborns
Identify some resources here at PROS that helps you deal with stress
Journaling, art therapy, talk therapy, music, more?
Name some signs and symptoms of anxiety
Chest pain, palpitations (heart racing), rapid breathing, sweating, can't think straight
Identify at least ONE support system to help quit smoking
Leaning on loved ones, talk or group therapy. Remember, YOU ARE NOT ALONE in this endeavor
How much money (roughly) do people spend on cigarettes yearly?
Nearly $2,000 ($1,916.25)