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TobaccoAlixandra LeBlanc and Courtney Ourso

Medical Name: Nicotiana tabacumSlang names: Cigs, Squares, Smokes, Stogies, Cancer Sticks, Coffin Nails, Rollies, Chew, Dip, Snuff, Wad

Tobacco contains an addictive stimulant called Nicotine.Chance of addiction is VERY HIGH!

Methods of AdministrationSmoked in cigarettes, cigars, pipes, or hookahsAbsorbed by the gums using Chew or DipSnorted into the nose and absorbed into nasal passage using Snuff

History of TobaccoNative Americans first used the plant in religious ceremonies, for they believed this was a gift from the Gods.Smoking became very popular in the early 1500s when Rodrigo de Jerez first brought tobacco to Spain.Due to the popularity and value, tobacco was used as money in the early American colonies.

Short Term EffectsIncrease in blood pressure and heart rateCauses arteries to narrowStains the teethSOBCoughDecrease sense of smell and tasteBad breath

Long Term EffectsCancerHeart diseaseAneurysm BronchitisEmphysemaStrokeWorsens pneumonia and asthma Gum diseaseWeakens the immune system

Tobacco contains nicotine which is said to be one of the most addictive drugs out thereNicotine causes the brain to release an excess of neurotransmitters that promote a sense of pleasure and calmnessTobacco withdrawal makes a person very irritable and on edge, which makes addiction even more likely due to the difficulty of quitting

First Stage of OverdoseNauseaVomitingAbdominal PainSweatingHypertensionTachycardia or dangerously fast heart rate

Lack of muscle coordination that may affect speech, eye movements, and the ability to swallow or walkHeadacheDizzinessShaking and tremorsSeizures

First Stage of Overdose (cont.)You would notice dark gums and lips, hearing/vision problems, chest pain, cold sweats, numb cold fingers/toes, headache, bad breath, confusion, anxiety, insomnia, no appetite, increased blood pressure and pulse, fatigue, and general weakness.

Second Stage of OverdoseBradycardiaHypotensionCentral Nervous System DepressionComaBreathing and respiratory failure

How to Handle an OverdoseMild nicotine sickness: The sugar in pixie sticks or a can of soda will help absorb the nicotine. Serious/life threatening overdose: First be sure that the airways are not obstructedInduce vomiting to help remove toxins from the body. Aid victim in dealing with panic, confusion, and agitation.Oral suctioning may be neededPrepare for a coma or seizure. Stomach may need to be pumped in extreme cases If all else fails, CALL 911!

Most likely to abuse TobaccoAlcoholics are extremely likely to abuse tobaccoChildren of smokers are more likely to smoke than children of non-smokersTeenagers who believe cigarettes serve nothing but a positive functionAny smoker who relies heavily on tobacco to get them through the day

If you use tobacco, QUIT NOW!

Sourceshttp://www.drugfree.org/drug-guide/tobacco/http://www.druginfo.adf.org.au/drug-facts/tobacco28http://www.cesar.umd.edu/cesar/drugs/tobacco.asphttp://hubpages.com/hub/Signs-symptoms-and-treatment-of-nicotine-overdosehttp://www.austinpug.org/signs-of-nicotine-poisoning-and-what-you-should-do/http://www.tobaccofreekids.org/research/factsheets/pdf/0106.pdfhttps://web.csulb.edu/divisions/students/hrc/health_topics/tobacco.htm