A Man Says,"I Just Can't Get Myself to Leave the House

question 12

Multiple Choice

A man says,"I just can't get myself to leave the house and go for a 30-minute walk each day.I wish I could think of some way to motivate myself." Which of the following would be the best action for the nurse to take?

• A) Establish a written contract between him and his employer that states walking is required each day.
• B) Recognize the reasons why 30 minutes of walking each day is one of the best health promotion activities he can choose.
• C) Join a group that walks early each morning.
• D) Set up rewards for himself, such as a nice snack after he gets back from walking.

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