Preparing questions in advance can help patients to have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor or healthcare professional the following questions related to smoking cessation:

1. What are the first steps I shoud take to quit smoking?
   
   
2. Should  I use nicotine replacment therapy (NRT)?
   
   
3. What type of NRT should I use? Do I need a prescription?
   
   
4. If I use the patch, can I use other forms of NRT as well?
   
   
5. How long can I use these products?
   
   
6. What are the chances that I will become addicted to the NRT product?
   
   
7. What can be done if I develop side effects to NRT?
   
   
8. If one product does not work, will I be prescribed another form of NRT?
   
   
9. Should I consider taking an antidepressant?
   
   
10. What can I do to avoid weight gain when I quit smoking?
    
    
11. Can I substitute light cigarettes or just smoke once in a while?
    
    
12. Do you recommend any complementary or alternative medicine?
    
    
13. When can I expect to stop craving nicotine?
    
    
14. Can you recommend a smoking cessation support group?