DrKumo Academy

Tobacco Cessation

Overview

RPM 246 - You will be able to define the importance of tobacco cessation, the long-term effects of tobacco use, and the process of cessation.  Monitoring with RPM is a vital part of supporting the cessation process.

  1. Define tobacco cessation
  2. Explain the effects of long-term use of tobacco
  3. Categorize the various symptoms of tobacco use
  4. Keep track of the patient’s symptoms
  5. Evaluate medications for tobacco cessation
  6. Provide education and resources to patients
  7. Using RPM, monitor health vitals and document subjective data
  8. Follow up and report Disease Management Program on RPM devices 
Time Estimate:
3 hours

Course Content

LESSONS
Introduction
1. Define Tobacco Cessation

Lesson Content

Pop Quiz: Define Tobacco Cessation
2. Effects of Long-Term Use of Tobacco

Lesson Content

Cancer
Pop Quiz: Cancer
Cardiovascular Disease
Pop Quiz: Cardiovascular Disease
Respiratory Disease
Pop Quiz: Respiratory Disease
Reproductive Issues
Pop Quiz: Reproductive Issues
Oral Health Issues
Pop Quiz: Oral Health Issues
Vision Problems
Pop Quiz: Vision Problems
Skin Aging
Pop Quiz: Skin Aging
3. Symptoms of Tobacco Use

Lesson Content

Coughing
Pop Quiz: Coughing
Shortness of Breath
Pop Quiz: Shortness of Breath
Reduced Sense of Taste and Smell
Pop Quiz: Reduced Sense of Taste and Smell
Yellowing of Teeth
Pop Quiz: Yellowing of Teeth
Bad Breath
Pop Quiz: Bad Breath
Increased Heart Rate
Pop Quiz: Increased Heart Rate
Reduced Physical Endurance
Pop Quiz: Reduced Physical Endurance
Skin Problems
Pop Quiz: Skin Problems
4. Keep Track of the Patient’s Symptoms

Lesson Content

Symptom Diaries
Pop Quiz: Symptom Diaries
Health Questionnaires
Pop Quiz: Health Questionnaires
Physical Exams
Pop Quiz: Physical Exams
Mobile Apps
Pop Quiz: Mobile Apps
5. Medications for Tobacco Cessation

Lesson Content

Nicotine Replacement Therapy
Pop Quiz: Nicotine Replacement Therapy
Bupropion
Pop Quiz: Bupropion
Varenicline
Pop Quiz: Varenicline
6. Patient Education

Lesson Content

Assess Readiness to Quit (Subjective Questionnaire)
Pop Quiz: Assess Readiness to Quit (Subjective Questionnaire)
Provide Information on Benefits of Quitting
Pop Quiz: Provide Information on Benefits of Quitting
Discuss Tobacco Cessation Strategies
Pop Quiz: Discuss Tobacco Cessation Strategies
Help Set Realistic Goals
Pop Quiz: Help Set Realistic Goals
Provide Ongoing Support (Follow Up and Provide Resources)
Pop Quiz: Provide Ongoing Support (Follow Up and Provide Resources)
Document the Education Provided Including Goals/Strategies
Pop Quiz: Document the Education Provided Including Goals/Strategies
Communicate Above to Healthcare Professional
Pop Quiz: Communicate Above to Healthcare Professional
7. RPM Monitoring

Lesson Content

Monitor for Side Effects of Medications
Pop Quiz: Monitor for Side Effects of Medications
Monitor for Medication Adherence
Pop Quiz: Monitor for Medication Adherence
Mood and Mental Health—Subjective Data
Pop Quiz: Mood and Mental Health—Subjective Data
Blood Pressure
Pop Quiz: Blood Pressure
Heart Rate
Pop Quiz: Heart Rate
Lung Functions
Pop Quiz: Lung Functions
Weight
Pop Quiz: Weight
8. Disease Management Program on RPM Devices

Lesson Content

Pop Quiz: Disease Management Program on RPM Devices
Summary
Assessment: Tobacco Cessation