University of Galway

Course Module Information

Course Modules

Semester 2 | Credits: 10

This module examines the lifestyle approaches to tobacco cessation in the prevention and management of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and related conditions. Students will learn how to empower individuals to make and maintain positive lifestyle changes though effective behaviour change techniques. The importance of smoking cessation together with an evaluation of the current literature into the effectiveness of behavioural and pharmacological interventions are explored.
(Language of instruction: English)

Learning Outcomes
  1. Support the patient in making positive lifestyle and behaviour modifications in relation to tobacco cessation through effective communication skills and behavioural change techniques
  2. Appraise the effects of current tobacco control policy on population and individual tobacco exposure
  3. Apply the 5A’s model in addressing tobacco use and counselling clients
  4. Critique the evidence base underlying specific smoking cessation interventions that focus on high risk populations
  5. Construct an evidence based management plan that addresses tobacco cessation in a number of individual and population-based scenarios
Assessments
  • Department-based Assessment (100%)
Teachers
The above information outlines module MD1803: "Tobacco Cessation in Noncommunicable Disease Prevention and Management" and is valid from 2021 onwards.
Note: Module offerings and details may be subject to change.