An elderly patient with a history of smoking two packs of cigarettes a day for 50 years complains
to her physician of progressive shortness of breath. On cardiac examination, the physician feels
the most prominent palpable impulse to be in the xiphoid area. This is most likely a result of what
condition?
a) Mitral regurgitation
b) Aortic stenosis
c) Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
d) Hypertension
e) Pulmonary hypertension

1. cold turkey (no outside ). about 90% of people who try to quit smoking do it without outside support -- no aids, therapy, or medicine. although most people try to quit this way, it's not the most successful method. only about 5% to 7% are able to quit on their own.

2. behavioral therapy. this involves working with a counselor to find ways not to smoke. together, you'll find your triggers (such as emotions or situations that make you want to smoke) and make a plan to get through the cravings.

3. nicotine replacement therapy. there are several types, including nicotine gum, patches, inhalers, sprays, and lozenges. they work by giving you nicotine without the use of tobacco. you may be more likely to quit with nicotine replacement therapy, but it works best when you use it with behavioral therapy and lots of support from friends and family. and remember that the goal is to end your addiction to nicotine, not simply to quit using tobacco.

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the answer is nerve impulses.

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