A nurse is conducting a health promotion program for adolescents to educate them about the hazards of smoking. When describing the effects on the respiratory system, which of the following would the nurse most likely include?
A) Decreased production of mucus
B) Inhibition of mucus removal
C) Increase in the mucous escalator
D) Inhibition of bacterial colonization

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Smoking inhibits the movement of cilia in the respiratory tract, which are responsible for removing mucus and harmful particles. This can lead to an accumulation of mucus in the respiratory system, making it more difficult to breathe and increasing the risk of respiratory infections.

A Nurse Is Conducting a Health Promotion Program for Adolescents