The nurse is caring for a client with COPD. The client confides in the nurse that they regret smoking and feel helpless as they have no control over their diagnosis.

Which statement by the nurse is most appropriate?

Ramanpreet Kaur Sidhu

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Question

The nurse is caring for a client with COPD. The client confides in the nurse that they regret smoking and feel helpless as they have no control over their diagnosis.  
 
   Which statement by the nurse is  most  appropriate?

Ramanpreet Kaur Sidhu   
 
 ID: 137304

Accepted Answer

"With appropriate management, it is shown that progression of COPD can be slowed"

Answer

"Since you have stopped smoking, you will be okay"

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"Let's get you a referral to a therapist to further address your feelings"

Answer

"You should've never smoked but I am glad you stopped"

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