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American Society of Anesthesiologists

  • Anesthetics
  • Cannabinoids
  • Lobeline
  • Smoking Cessation
  • Vaping

Anesthetic Considerations for Tobacco and Cannabinoid Use

This course explores the general health risks of smoking and the specific dangers it presents during the perioperative period. This time is a perfect opportunity to support smoking cessation, leveraging it as a teachable moment and reviewing the resources available to all patients. Additionally, the course examines the latest evidence on the health impacts of e-cigarettes, smokeless tobacco, and marijuana.

Credit & MOC Details

Credit information is provided by the course provider. We recommend confirming credit eligibility with the provider or your licensing board before starting the activity.

Credit types

AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™Up to 1.5 credits

MOC types

ABA — Lifelong LearningUp to 1.5 pointsABA — Patient SafetyUp to 1.5 points

FDA REMS

No

Qualifies for MIPS

No

Pricing

Included with membership

See plans on education.asahq.org

Listed by the provider

  • Enduring / On-demand
  • Credit · Up to 1.5 credits
  • MOC · Up to 1.5 points
  • Members only
  • Released
    Apr 21, 2025
  • Last day to claim credit
    Apr 21, 2028 2 years left