A Male Client Age 42 Years Recovering from a MI

question 23

Multiple Choice

A male client age 42 years recovering from a MI is having difficulty following the care plan to stop smoking and exercise. What is the nurse's best response to this client?

• A) Praise him for trying.
• B) Tell him that he will have another MI and it will be his own fault.
• C) Tell him that his cigarettes will be taken away if he smokes again.
• D) Ignore the behavior and recommend a behavior modification program.

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