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Tobacco cessation — ABFM Board MCQ

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A 48-year-old woman smokes one pack daily and wants to quit. She has no seizure disorder, eating disorder, or pregnancy. She asks what improves quit rates. Which of the following would you advise this patient?

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Correct answer: C — Varenicline with behavioral support

Varenicline and behavioral support are effective tobacco cessation interventions for motivated adults.

Reference: ACC/AHA Primary Prevention Guideline: https://www.acc.org/latest-in-cardiology/ten-points-to-remember/2019/03/07/16/00/2019-acc-aha-guideline-on-primary-prevention-gl-prevention