Know the Basics
What is another name for a vape pen?
E-cigarette
What is the nickname scientists use to describe youth due to lack of research on the effects of vaping?
Guinea Pig generation
Name two substances that you can vape.
Nicotine, THC
What is the age you must be to purchase vape products in the US?
21 (unless you're active in the military)
A person’s principles or standards of behavior; one’s judgment of what is important in life.
What is another name for vape juice?
E-liquid
What is the term used when someone takes in too much nicotine and feels ill?
Nic sick
Name at least one chemical found in vape.
Propylene Glycol—found in antifreeze
Nickel—classified as carcinogen in certain forms
Lead—used in batteries
Rubidium—makes fireworks purple
Lithium—found in rocket fuel
Isoprene—used to make synthetic rubber
Cadmium—active component in battery acid
Benzene—found in rubber cement and gasoline
Fluorine—refrigerator coolant
Ethylbenzene—found in paints and pesticides
Diacetyl—can result in bronchiolitis obliterans (destroys the lungs tiniest airways, leading to scar tissue buildup that blocks air flow)
Acetone—found in nail polish remover
Formaldehyde—embalming fluid
Nicotine
Name two possible consequences of getting caught vaping at school.
Suspension, parent phone call, UPAC, etc.
Name two ways that vape companies market products to teens?
Flavors, packaging, location, ads etc.
List at least three brands of vape pens or products.
Juul, sourin, aspire, myblu, puff bar/stick, etc.
What does EVALI stand for?
E-cigarette or vaping product use associated lung injury
What is the name of the chemical found in most of the EVALI cases?
Vitamin E acetate
Name two places where vaping is illegal.
School, work, or where smoking is outlawed.
Name two flavors found in vape that are popular among teens?
Mint, mango, etc.
Explain the difference between an aerosol and a vapor.
Aerosol contains ultra fine particles than can damage the lungs.
Around how many explosions/burn injuries were reported from vape devices from 2015-2017?
2,035
What is one way to reduce your chance of getting EVALI?
Don't buy black market products, don't buy products online/from friends/people at school, don't make your own juice or modify your device
Where are the most common places where students get caught vaping on campus?
Bathrooms, outside
Who or what influences teen decision-making the most? List at least 5.
Family, friends, teachers, celebrities, social media, etc.
How many cigarettes=1 Juul pod?
20 cigarettes
What two states had the most EVALI outbreaks in the US so far?
Texas, Illinois
List at least two other uses for chemicals that are found in vape.
Propylene Glycol—found in antifreeze
Nickel—classified as carcinogen in certain forms
Lead—used in batteries
Rubidium—makes fireworks purple
Lithium—found in rocket fuel
Isoprene—used to make synthetic rubber
Cadmium—active component in battery acid
Benzene—found in rubber cement and gasoline
Fluorine—refrigerator coolant
Ethylbenzene—found in paints and pesticides
Diacetyl—can result in bronchiolitis obliterans (destroys the lungs tiniest airways, leading to scar tissue buildup that blocks air flow)
Acetone—found in nail polish remover
Formaldehyde—embalming fluid
What is the consequence if you get caught selling vape products on campus?
You may face felony charges, expulsion, etc depending on what you're selling and the amount.
What would you tell a friend or classmate if they were interested in trying vaping? List at least two risks.
Mental/physical health risks, marketing strategies, consequences.