The perceived effects of electronic cigarettes on health by adult users: A state of the science systematic literature review

@article{Tomashefski2016ThePE,
  title={The perceived effects of electronic cigarettes on health by adult users: A state of the science systematic literature review},
  author={Amy Tomashefski},
  journal={Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners},
  year={2016},
  volume={28},
  pages={510–515}
}
  • Amy Tomashefski
  • Published 1 September 2016
  • Medicine
  • Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners
BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE There is a lack of research on perceived health effects of electronic cigarettes by adult users. Because more people are choosing electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) in addition to, or instead of traditional cigarettes, it is important for the nurse practitioner (NP) to understand why. METHODS A comprehensive literature search was conducted using four scholarly databases. The search strategy utilized remained consistent. Qualitative, quantitative, observational studies… Expand
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A Review of Pulmonary Toxicity of Electronic Cigarettes in the Context of Smoking: A Focus on Inflammation
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The perceived effects of electronic cigarettes on health by adult users: A state of the science systematic literature review
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Armed with this information, the NP can communicate with patients about e-cigarettes, confidently recommend against their use, and begin discussions about reliable smoking cessation tools and resources that will help patients achieve their goals. Expand
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