A nurse is caring for a client who uses smokeless tobacco extensively, which he believes is harmless. What advice should the nurse give this client regarding the use of smokeless tobacco?
A) It is as dangerous as regular tobacco or nicotine use
B) It is better choice than regular tobacco or nicotine
C) It reduces the risk of heart disease
D) It is more addictive than nicotine
A
Feedback:
The nurse should inform the client that smokeless tobacco is as dangerous as regular tobacco or nicotine. Studies show that it can cause cancers of the mouth, larynx, and esophagus and may contribute to stomach cancer. Smokeless tobacco does not reduce the risk of heart disease.
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