Developing a plan
with your client: 8 Steps

Withdrawal from tobacco products and a smoking lifestyle change should be discussed with the client in advance so that she is able to prepare for withdrawal symptoms. In addition, behavioral coping methods should be taught to the client.

Common symptoms and coping strategies are:

Symptom Coping Strategy Irritability - Walk, hot bath, relaxation Fatigue - Take naps, exercise Insomnia - Avoid caffeine after 6pm Cough - Drink plenty of fluids, cough drops Nasal Drip - Drink plenty of fluids Dizziness - Change positions slowly Lack of Concentration - Plan workload, avoid stress Constipation - Add fiber to your diet Gas - Add fiber to your diet Hunger - Low calorie snacks Craving for cigarette - Wait out urges, distract yourself, drink water, read, exercise Headaches - Drink plenty of fluids, and relaxation, eat a small snack Withdrawal symptoms decrease as nicotine leaves the body and most symptoms are short term

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