During a Visit to the Clinic,a Patient States,"The Doctor Just

Multiple Choice

During a visit to the clinic,a patient states,"The doctor just told me he thought I ought to stop smoking.He doesn't understand how hard I've tried.I just don't know the best way to do it.What should I do?" The nurse's most appropriate response in this case would be:

A) "I'd quit if I were you. The doctor really knows what he is talking about."
B) "Would you like some information about the different ways a person can quit smoking?"
C) "Stopping your dependence on cigarettes can be very difficult. I understand how you feel."
D) "Why are you confused? Didn't the doctor give you the information about the smoking cessation program we offer?"