The parent of a 16yearold tells the primary care pediatric nurse practitioner
that the teen was recently caught smoking an electronic cigarette (ecigarette). What will the nurse practitioner tell this parent?

Question

The parent of a 16­year­old tells the primary care pediatric nurse practitioner
that the teen was recently caught smoking an electronic cigarette (e­cigarette). What will the nurse practitioner tell this parent?

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that e-cigarette use may be a risk factor for later substance abuse. The National Institute on Drug Abuse reports that teens who use e-cigarettes are more likely to try traditional cigarettes in the future. The nurse practitioner should discuss these risks with the parent and offer resources for smoking cessation and substance abuse prevention.

The Parent of a 16­year­old Tells the Primary Care Pediatric

The Parent of a 16yearold Tells the Primary Care Pediatric