the patient's condition (such as
cessation leaflets) and talk about
the short and long-term benefits
of cessation
► Help the patient understand
the link between smoking
and any respiratory condition,
especially how the illness
may have developed, how it is
exacerbated and the efficacy
of treatment
► Organise a referral and make
sure the patient has access to
pharmacotherapies, such
as NRT
► Provide positive feedback on any
improvements in the patient's
condition.