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QuizMultiple Choice

Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drugs — Test

Question 21 • Contemporary Health

Which symptom is a short-term effect of tobacco use?

Answer
A
a buildup of tooth decay
B
a large mass on a lung lobe
C
an increase in glucose levels
D
a decrease in breathing rate

Explanation

Nicotine can cause a short-term rise in blood glucose by stimulating the release of stress hormones. Tooth decay and a mass on a lung are effects that generally develop over time, while tobacco typically increases rather than decreases breathing rate.

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