Question

A nurse is teaching a client who has tobacco use disorder about the use of nicotine gum. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?

A. Chew the gm for no more than 10 min.
B. Rinse out the mouth immediately before chewing the gum.
C. Avoid eating 15 min prior to chewing the gum.
D. Use of the gum is limited to 90 days.

Answer 1

The nurse should teach the client to chew the gum for no more than 10 minutes, avoid eating 15 minutes prior to chewing the gum, and use the gum for a limited duration of 90 days.

Step-by-step explanation:

The nurse should include the following information in the teaching:

1. A. Chew the gum for no more than 10 minutes. Chewing the gum for too long can lead to excessive absorption of nicotine, which can cause adverse effects.
2. C. Avoid eating 15 minutes prior to chewing the gum. Eating can decrease the effectiveness of the gum by reducing the absorption of nicotine.
3. D. Use of the gum is limited to 90 days. Nicotine gum is intended as a temporary measure to lessen withdrawal symptoms and increase the chances of quitting smoking.