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Smoking Cessation: It All Begins and Ends with Your Patient
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Course
Learn how to effectively educate and guide patients on smoking cessation and vaping. Understand the mindset, products, and available cessation agents to make impactful conversations with patients. Save lives!
Course
Smoking Cessation: It All Begins and Ends with Your Patient
1.0 Credit / CME HourVideo
Learn how to effectively educate and guide patients on smoking cessation and vaping. Understand the mindset, products, and available cessation agents to make impactful conversations with patients. Save lives!
Nationally & state accredited
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What you'll learn
At the conclusion of this continuing education activity, the participant will be able to:
Identify the pharmacology of nicotine and respective milligrams of nicotine in traditional tobacco products, electronic cigarettes, and vaping devices.
Recall the pharmacological properties of both over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription nicotine replacement therapies with respect to products, dosage, and administration.
Recall pharmacological properties of FDA-approved prescription smoking cessation medications in respect to products, dosage, and administration.
Course description
Every single U.S. Surgeon General has stated that one of the most pivotal and impactful healthcare professional efforts is educating and guiding patients around smoking cessation. Given that half a million Americans die from tobacco-related concerns every single year, this topic is perhaps of the largest concern for every single healthcare professional in our country. However, clinicians often juggle intense schedules and countless distractions while trying to provide patient care, and need efficient strategies and accessible information to help patients. Our country has not had a U.S. Surgeon General over the past few decades to avoid the general theme of smoking cessation being the single most important effort to discuss with respective patients. Can, or should, vaping be utilized as smoking cessation? To answer this question, and countless others, we as healthcare professionals truly need to understand the mindset of someone choosing to smoke tobacco or vape, along with the products being utilized, and the available cessation agents, to ultimately even attempt to have continual and impactful conversations with our patients. Join our discussion to “clear the air” on how to best improve and save the lives of our patients currently smoking or vaping.
Course content
Tobacco and Your Patient
50 Years of Surgeon General’s Reports
Warning, Warning, Red Alert
US Substance Related Deaths
American Smoking Trends
Nicotine
Who’s on First (& Second & Third)
Green Tobacco Sickness
This is Your Brain…
Nicotine Takes the Checkered Flag
This is Your Lungs
Nicotine Products
E-Cigarettes (Ingredients)
E-Cigarettes (Anatomy of an E-Cigarette)
E-Cigarettes (The Evolution of E-Cigarette, or Vaping…)
1st Generation E-Cigarettes
2nd Generation E-Cigarettes
3rd Generation E-Cigarettes
4th Generation E-Cigarettes
E-Liquid
Popcorn Lung
Vaporizers
Which is Which?
E-Cigarette Smoking Cessation?
Vaping Versus Cigarettes
Smoking Cessation
A 14 Year-Old & Stick Notes…
"Quitting smoking is easy. I've done it a thousand times.” - Mark Twain
5 A’s of Assessment
Motivational Interviewing
Trans Theoretical Model of Change
Assessing/Listening for Change
Pack-a-Day Costs
Metabolism Matters!
Nicotine Withdrawal
“Non-Pharm”
OTC NRT
Rx NRT
Smoking Cessation Rx Medications
Bupropion (Mechanism)
Bupropion SR
Bupropion (Consider, Avoid)
Varenicline (Mechanism)
Varenicline (Dosage)
Varenicline (Patient Education)
2nd Line Rx Options
Patient Resources
Patient Case (Josephine Camel is a 21yo female)
Patient Case (Considerations)
Key Takeaways
References
Course details
Release Date08/21/2025
Expiration Date08/21/2028
Review Date08/21/2028
ACPE UAN0657-0000-25-061-H01-P 0657-0000-25-061-H01-T
CE Broker ID20-889835
AGD Number386503 | Course Code: 157
Activity TypeKnowledge-based
Activity FormatEnduring
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Instructor
Mark GarofoliPharmD, MBA, BCGP, CPE, CTTS
Mark GarofoliPharmD, MBA, BCGP, CPE, CTTS
Mark Garofoli, PharmD, MBA, BCGP, CPE is a Clinical Assistant Professor and Director of Experiential Learning for the West Virginia University (WVU) School of Pharmacy (SoP), a faculty member in the WVU School of Medicine Pain Fellowship Program, and a Clinical Pain Management Pharmacist at the WVU Medicine Center for Integrative Pain Management. Dr. Garofoli received his PharmD at the University of Pittsburgh SoP in 2004 and his MBA from Strayer University in 2008. He is board certified in Geriatric Care (BGCP) along with being a certified pain educator (CPE) and certified tobacco treatment specialist (CTTS). He began his career with CVS Health in community pharmacy management, then worked as a Humana Healthcare MTM clinical pharmacist, leading to the development of patient-centered and managed care centered programs and the Safe & Effective Management of Pain state guidelines.
Ideal CE course for these professions
This continuing education course is especially relevant for these healthcare professions, but other professionals may also benefit
Licensed Mental Health CounselorDental TherapistSpeech-Language Pathology InternClinical Laboratory TechnicianCertified Respiratory TherapistSpeech-Language Pathologist - SAOccupational Therapy AssistantAdvanced Practice Nurse PrescribersPharmacistSpeech-Language Pathology AssistantCertified Nurse MidwifeSpeech-Language Pathologist Special VolunteerNursing Assistive PersonnelExpanded Function Dental AssistantRegistered Respiratory TherapistDental HygienistCertified Nurse AidesExpanded Function Dental AuxiliaryAdvanced Dental AssistantRegistered Nurse PractitionerAdvanced Practice NursesAthletic TrainerOccupational TherapistClinical Laboratory TechnologistClinical Laboratory DirectorForensic Nurse-CSACertified Registered Nurse AnesthetistPsychiatric NursePhysical Therapy AssistantClinical Nurse SpecialistAPRN - Certified Nurse MidwifeLicensed Practical NurseLicensed Psychiatric Technician NurseNurse PractitionerDentistRegistered NurseLicensed Nursing AssistantPhysical TherapistAdvanced Practice Registered NursePublic Health NurseLicensed Vocational NurseLicensed Mental Health Counselor InternDental TechnicianCommunity Dental Health CoordinatorRespiratory TherapistNursing Home AdministratorRespiratory Care Practitioner Critical CareDental LabRespiratory Care PractitionerSpeech-Language Pathologist LtdRespiratory Care Practitioner Non-Critical CareDenturistRegistered Dental AssistantGeneral DentistPharmacy TechnicianDental Assistant RadiographerClinical Laboratory SupervisorSpeech-Language PathologistDental Assistant
Accreditations
AchieveCE is an approved provider (Provider #50-20641) of continuing education for occupational therapy professionals.
Frequently asked questions
How many CE credits does this course provide?
This course, "Smoking Cessation: It All Begins and Ends with Your Patient", provides 1 contact hour of continuing education credit upon successful completion.
Is this course accredited?
Yes, this course is accredited by Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Respiratory Therapy, Clinical Laboratory, Athletic Training, Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, Dentistry, Nursing, Mental Health, Pharmacy. AchieveCE is an approved provider of continuing education for healthcare professionals.
Which professions is this course approved for?
This course is especially relevant for: Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Dental Therapist, Speech-Language Pathology Intern, Clinical Laboratory Technician, Certified Respiratory Therapist, Speech-Language Pathologist - SA, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Advanced Practice Nurse Prescribers, Pharmacist, Speech-Language Pathology Assistant, Certified Nurse Midwife, Speech-Language Pathologist Special Volunteer, Nursing Assistive Personnel, Expanded Function Dental Assistant, Registered Respiratory Therapist, Dental Hygienist, Certified Nurse Aides, Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary, Advanced Dental Assistant, Registered Nurse Practitioner, Advanced Practice Nurses, Athletic Trainer, Occupational Therapist, Clinical Laboratory Technologist, Clinical Laboratory Director, Forensic Nurse-CSA, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, Psychiatric Nurse, Physical Therapy Assistant, Clinical Nurse Specialist, APRN - Certified Nurse Midwife, Licensed Practical Nurse, Licensed Psychiatric Technician Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Dentist, Registered Nurse, Licensed Nursing Assistant, Physical Therapist, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Public Health Nurse, Licensed Vocational Nurse, Licensed Mental Health Counselor Intern, Dental Technician, Community Dental Health Coordinator, Respiratory Therapist, Nursing Home Administrator, Respiratory Care Practitioner Critical Care, Dental Lab, Respiratory Care Practitioner, Speech-Language Pathologist Ltd, Respiratory Care Practitioner Non-Critical Care, Denturist, Registered Dental Assistant, General Dentist, Pharmacy Technician, Dental Assistant Radiographer, Clinical Laboratory Supervisor, Speech-Language Pathologist, Dental Assistant. Other healthcare professionals may also benefit from this continuing education content.
How do I report my CE credits after completing this course?
Your credits are automatically and instantly reported to CE Broker and CPE Monitor upon successful completion. No manual reporting is required on your part.
Will I receive a certificate of completion?
Yes, you will receive a certificate of completion immediately after finishing the course and passing the assessment. The certificate can be downloaded and printed directly from your account.
What is your refund policy?
We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, you can request a full refund within 30 days of purchase.
How long do I have to complete this course?
You have unlimited time to complete the course at your own pace. Once purchased, the course is available in your account until its expiration date. You can pause and resume at any time.
Most helpful reviews
Real reviews, real resultsDa
Dawn O.Nutritionist
Verified reviewI am always interested in continuing education in the areas of health, wellness, nutrition and mental health. Your course was well written, well organized and helpful in meeting state licensure requirements.
Pr
Priya M.Occupational Therapist
Verified reviewVery well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!
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Cristina GRegistered Nurse
Verified reviewI appreciate the convenience of the course being online and accessible through my phone and that it directly reports to CEBroker to support mandated education requirements.
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Allison B.Nurse Practitioner
Verified reviewI really loved this information. I was hospitalized last year for almost a month and I noticed multiple medical errors (not being hooked up to my IV multiple times, given wrong medication which caused my sodium to be very low, etc.) which lengthened my stay. I can now define those exact errors and better understand what happened to me. I hate that these medical errors are so common and I appreciate how well laid out your breakdown and categorization of them was.
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Priya M.Occupational Therapist
Verified reviewVery well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!
Cr
Cristina GRegistered Nurse
Verified reviewI appreciate the convenience of the course being online and accessible through my phone and that it directly reports to CEBroker to support mandated education requirements.
Al
Allison B.Nurse Practitioner
Verified reviewI really loved this information. I was hospitalized last year for almost a month and I noticed multiple medical errors (not being hooked up to my IV multiple times, given wrong medication which caused my sodium to be very low, etc.) which lengthened my stay. I can now define those exact errors and better understand what happened to me. I hate that these medical errors are so common and I appreciate how well laid out your breakdown and categorization of them was.
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Requirements & disclosures
Financial Disclosures
This activity was developed by AchieveCE free of any commercial support. The following individuals have indicated that they have no financial relationships with an ineligible company that may impact upon this activity:
Mark Garofoli, PharmD, MBA, BCGP, CPE, CTTS - Content Expert and Faculty
Patricia Dunn, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC - Nurse Planner
Pete Kreckel, RPh - Pharmacist Planner
Marie T. Fluent, DDS, CDIPC - Dentist Planner
Gracielle Tubera - Content Reviewer
Luke Porter – Content Reviewer
Dianne Arroyo - Activity Publisher
Passing Grade
Participants must achieve a passing score on the activity post-test, which may be 70% or 80%, depending on the course. They must also complete an activity evaluation. There are no time limits and unlimited test-taking attempts. Credits will be reported automatically to CE Broker if your license information is entered correctly in your profile.
Hardware Requirements
Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Mac OS X 10.1+, iOS 10+, Android 4.3+
Software Requirements
Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, Adobe Acrobat Reader
Network Requirements
Broadband Internet Connection: T1, Hi-speed DSL or Cable4G cellular connection
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