1. When you quit smoking, which of these occur within the first day? A. Your blood pressure falls back toward normal B. The amount of carbon monoxide (CO) in your blood begins to decline C. Your coughing diminishes D. All of the above E. A and B 2. People who quit smoking around age 30 reduce their chances of dying from tobacco-related diseases by what percentage? A. 90 percent B. 60 percent C. 50 percent D. 35 percent 3. Nicotine is the chemical in tobacco that makes smoking addictive. Nicotine is as highly addictive as which other drug? A. Cocaine B. Heroin C. Methamphetamine D. All of the above 4. Quitting smoking is a challenge because of the withdrawal symptoms. Which of these can occur when you first stop smoking? A. Itchy skin rash B. Anxiety C. Joint pain D. None of the above 5. Most people who quit smoking notice an increase in their appetite. What is the average amount of weight a smoker gains after quitting? A. 6 to 8 pounds B. 10 to 15 pounds C. 25 to 30 pounds D. None of the above 6. Your health risks rise with the number of cigarettes you smoke each day and the number of years you smoke. A heavy smoker is someone who smokes: A. More than 5 cigarettes a day B. Half a pack a day C. A pack a day D. None of the above 7. Nicotine replacement products, such as a nicotine patch, gum, and nasal spray, help many people quit. What should you do before using one of these products? A. Cut back to one pack of cigarettes a day B. Cut back to half a pack a day C. Cut back to five cigarettes a day D. Stop smoking 8. Which of these alternative smoking cessation methods is effective? A. Acupuncture B. Laser therapy C. Hypnosis D. None of the above 9. A good smoking cessation program will include which of the following? A. Sessions that last at least 20 to 30 minutes B. At least four sessions C. Sessions that continue for at least two weeks D. All of the above 10. What percentage of smokers is able to quit without medication or counseling? A. 7 percent B. 10 percent C. 15 percent D. 25 perce Past Quizzes View a full list of past quizzes here