Section 9: Treating Tobacco Use Disorder and Managing Other Toxic Exposures

Learning Objectives

By the end of this activity module, participants will be able to: 

  1. Describe the health effects of tobacco, alcohol, and other frequently used substances and the benefits of cessation 
  2. Apply patient screening tools for substance use 
  3. Create patient-centered substance use treatment plans using practice guidelines and behavioral interventions 
  4. Summarize the diagnostic criteria for common substance use disorders 
  5. Integrate behavior therapy with pharmacotherapy for tobacco and other substance use disorder plans, and refer to a substance use disorder specialist when indicated 
  6. Apply the United States Preventive Services Task Force guidelines for patients with tobacco use disorder 

Activity summary

Activity opens: 
10/01/2026
Activity expires: 
12/15/2029
Cost:
$0.00

Price

Cost:
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