Which of the following characteristics would increase a client's risk of unpleasant side effects from nicotine replacement therapy (NRT)?
A)Male gender
B)Heavy smoking prior to beginning NRT
C)Low body weight
D)History of failed attempts at smoking cessation

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A)A potential issue with NRT is that some transdermal patches and gums are designed for heavy smokers and may contain too large of a dose of nicotine. If clients have low body weight or did not smoke heavily prior to starting NRT, they may experience unpleasant side effects from ingesting too much nicotine. Male gender and a history of failed attempts at smoking cessation do not increase the risk of side effects.
B)A potential issue with NRT is that some transdermal patches and gums are designed for heavy smokers and may contain too large of a dose of nicotine. If clients have low body weight or did not smoke heavily prior to starting NRT, they may experience unpleasant side effects from ingesting too much nicotine. Male gender and a history of failed attempts at smoking cessation do not increase the risk of side effects.
C)A potential issue with NRT is that some transdermal patches and gums are designed for heavy smokers and may contain too large of a dose of nicotine. If clients have low body weight or did not smoke heavily prior to starting NRT, they may experience unpleasant side effects from ingesting too much nicotine. Male gender and a history of failed attempts at smoking cessation do not increase the risk of side effects.
D)A potential issue with NRT is that some transdermal patches and gums are designed for heavy smokers and may contain too large of a dose of nicotine. If clients have low body weight or did not smoke heavily prior to starting NRT, they may experience unpleasant side effects from ingesting too much nicotine. Male gender and a history of failed attempts at smoking cessation do not increase the risk of side effects.

Which of the Following Characteristics Would Increase a Client's Risk