Smoking/vaping and stroke risk (quitting supports)
Non-judgmental nicotine quitting module: stroke risk basics, 2-week quit/cut-down plan, trigger replacement practice, and resource links
Secondary PreventionEveryoneIntro8 minStandard (9–12)
Educational only
Educational only — discuss quitting plans with healthcare professionals.
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If you have stroke-like symptoms (FAST) or sudden neurologic change: call your local emergency number immediately and note last known well time. If you have chest pain or severe trouble breathing, seek emergency care.
What you'll learn
- Explain why tobacco increases stroke risk
- Name 3 ways to get quitting support
- Create a support plan
Why it matters
- Blood vessels
- Clot risk
- Blood pressure
Non-judgmental framing
- Quitting is hard
- Support helps
Support options
- Clinician help
- Quitlines
- Medications/NRT discussion
Practice check
Check your understanding
A few untimed questions. Pick an answer to see instant feedback, then continue to the next lesson.
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