Smoking cessation 1

best practice and treatment and support options for patients

Percival, Jennifer FETC, DipCouns
Cert, H V RM, RGN

Jennifer Percival, FETC, DipCouns, HV Cert, RM, RGN, is RCN tobacco policy adviser and National Stop Smoking trainer.

Nursing Times 105(38):p 21-23, September 29, 2009.

Abstract

This first in a two-part unit on smoking cessation examines why smoking is so addictive and how healthcare professionals can support patients to quit. It outlines treatment options such as pharmacotherapy and behavioural support.