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Smoking cessation in general practice – Recent advances in the use of nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) to assist smoking cessation – QI&CPD – Category 2
DURATION
PROFESSION
Physician
# OF CREDITS
4
ACCREDITATION
EXPIRY DATE
2016-12-31
Learning objectives
After participating in this program, GPs will be better able to:
- Counsel patients on the tactical options for supporting smoking cessation with or without pharmacotherapy.
- Become familiar with the different ways in which NRT can assist in a quit attempt, covering pre-cessation use of NRT, combination therapy and gradual reduction of nicotine use.
- Outline the role of NRT as part of a comprehensive approach to smoking cessation, which may include counselling and psychological support.
- Determine which of the available first-line treatment options would be most appropriate for specific patient populations.
- Counsel patients regarding strategies to overcome relapse due to morning cravings.