A Client with a History of Myocardial Infarctions States to the Nurse,"I

question 146

Multiple Choice

A client with a history of myocardial infarctions states to the nurse,"I have been smoking for 35 years.It will not matter if I stop now." Which is the priority response from the nurse?

• A) "Your risk of continued coronary heart disease will decrease by half when you stop."
• B) "Quitting will enhance the effects of your medications."
• C) "Your risk of lung cancer will be reduced."
• D) "Quitting will decrease any complications you might develop."

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