A Nurse Is Using the Theory of Planned Behavior When

question 12

Multiple Choice

A nurse is using the theory of planned behavior when working with a client to change her behavior and improve her health. Which of the following considerations should be made by the nurse?

• A) If environmental limitations may prevent the person from acting
• B) The availability of needed environmental supports for the client
• C) The client's belief about factors that may facilitate or impede the behavior
• D) If the suggested behavior is actually the most effective approach

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