DESCRIPTION
This course provides an advanced overview of the history, pathophysiology, and diagnosis of nicotine dependence. Learners will achieve the following objectives:
- Describe the history of tobacco.
- Identify the epidemiology of tobacco use.
- Recognize how nicotine creates dependence.
- Characterize the patient populations with higher nicotine dependence.
- Explain the diagnosis, treatment options, and typical outcomes following treatment for nicotine dependence.
This program has been approved for Continuing Education for 1.25 CE/Contact Hours by NAB/NCERS—Approval # 20250324-1.25-A100101-DL. This course applies to the following professions:
- Nursing Home Administrators (all states)
- Residential Care/Assisted Living Administrators (most states)
Learners must pass final quiz with 80% or more; may re-take as often as needed.
Tags: 1.25 CE/Contact Hours, All States, Epidemiology, Higher Nicotine Dependence, NAB/NCERs Approved, Nicotine Dependence, Nursing Home Administrators, Pathophysiology, RCFE Administrators, Tobacco