Handouts
Smoking cessation plan
Brief counseling plan with quit-date and follow-up prompts.
Last reviewed 2026-01-04|respiratory | lifestyle | patient
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How to use this handout
Outline a quit date, medication options, and local supports for the patient. Book a follow-up or phone check-in to reinforce the plan.
Return precautions (patient script)
Suggested plain-language wording for safety-net counseling:
If symptoms get worse, new warning signs appear, or you cannot follow the plan from this visit, seek urgent care now.
- Use with the specific red flags listed on this page.
- Confirm follow-up timing and where to go after-hours.
- Document that return precautions were reviewed and understood.
Source and licensing
Original handout created for DrSonia. Smoking cessation supports aligned with Health Canada guidance.