Tobacco Test

Which of the following groups is affected by tobacco use?

tobacco users, society, and families of tobacco users

In general, the benefits of smoking greatly outweigh the health risks.

false

Summarize the negative impacts that tobacco use can have on families.

Tobacco use can have a variety of negative impacts on families. Tobacco products are expensive; therefore, the use of tobacco products can lead to difficulties over finances. In addition to conflict about finances, tobacco use can lead to conflict between family members when some use tobacco and others do not. Parents, children, and spouses might disagree with the use of tobacco by a family member, leading to increased conflict and stress. Tobacco use can lead to increased occurrences of illness, which can also add strain to familial relationships.

Briefly describe four important strategies for resisting tobacco.

Being informed is one strategy for resisting tobacco and involves gaining the knowledge as to why it’s important to stay tobacco-free. Another strategy involves being aware of the misconceptions presented about tobacco through the media and elsewhere. Being prepared involves practicing refusal responses for when offers of tobacco are presented. Being a leader involves being a good example for others who desire to quit tobacco use.

How does tobacco use negatively impact personal finances?

Tobacco use can negatively impact personal finances through the cost of purchased tobacco products, loss of income due to missed work days, and increased healthcare costs due to the increased risk of illness associated with tobacco use.

Explain why smoking has been prohibited in many public places.

Smoking in public places increases exposure to secondhand smoke for nonsmokers. Exposure to secondhand smoke is as dangerous as direct exposure to smoke that smokers experience. Individuals who are in public places where smoking is permitted do not have a choice as to their exposure to damaging secondhand smoke, so many states have chosen to prohibit smoking in public places.

__________ is a side effect of tobacco use.

Lightheadedness, Irritability, Dizziness

Tobacco is __________.

obtained from plants

Tobacco products have little effect on society.

false

Give two examples of practice responses useful for resisting tobacco when offered.

Practice responses for resisting an offer of tobacco can be any phrase that politely indicate refusal: "No I think I will pass. I’d rather not end up with heart disease or cancer"; "No, I have better things to spend my money on"; or "Seventy percent of people who smoke want to quit. Why even start?"

Nicotine is an extremely addictive substance.

true

Explain how choosing not to smoke can be beneficial to an individual’s health.

An individual who chooses not to smoke can reduce the likelihood of developing certain smoking-related illnesses. Smoking increases the likelihood of developing conditions such as lung cancer, asthma, and cardiovascular disease. By not smoking, an individual reduces the risk of developing these conditions.

Why should pregnant women refrain from smoking?

Pregnant women should refrain from smoking because of the potential negative effects that smoking can have on a developing fetus. The developing fetus can be exposed to the dangerous chemicals found in cigarette smoke as it receives nourishment from its mother. Pregnant women who smoke are at increased risk of having a miscarriage, early birth, having children with low birth weights, and delivering a stillborn child.

How are the factors that contribute to tobacco use related?

The main factors that contribute to tobacco use are self-esteem, peer pressure, role models, and curiosity. Other factors can also contribute to an individual’s tobacco use such as rebellion, ease of use, and boredom. A common characteristic among these factors is the idea that the use of tobacco grants an individual some type of status or desirable outcome. Another common attribute of many of these factors is the influence that the opinion of others has on certain individuals to begin tobacco use.

All of the following are long-term risks associated with exposure to secondhand smoke EXCEPT:

change in senses