E-cigarettes: A Practical, Evidence-based Guide for Advanced Practice Nurses

E-cigarettes are gaining popularity as nicotine delivery devices, yet many health care providers lack the confidence to discuss these devices with their patients and families. Many myths exist about e-cigarettes and their effectiveness as a tobacco-cessation method. This article aims to educate nurse practitioners and other advanced practice nurses about e-cigarettes and the implications for patient care, including how to screen for e-cigarette use, identify misconceptions, and counsel patients and families about United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA)‒approved tobacco-cessation methods.