Tobacco Use, Tobacco Cessation, and Musculoskeletal Health
Copyright policy )Tobacco Use, Tobacco Cessation, and Musculoskeletal Health
It is widely known that the physiological impacts of nicotine from cigarette smoking are harmful to almost every organ of the body, cause various diseases, and negatively impact the overall health of individuals. When it comes to musculoskeletal health and the specialty of orthopaedics, cigarette smoking has a significant influence on negative outcomes. This article discusses the impact of cigarette smoking and nicotine on the musculoskeletal system and the role of the orthopaedic nurse in educating patients on the importance of smoking cessation to improve musculoskeletal health and meet quality measures that serve to improve patient outcomes and lower healthcare costs.
- University of Alabama at Birmingham United States
Nicotine, Tobacco Use, Humans, Smoking Cessation, Musculoskeletal System, Quality Improvement
Nicotine, Tobacco Use, Humans, Smoking Cessation, Musculoskeletal System, Quality Improvement
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