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

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."