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A Patient Who Smokes a Pack of Cigarettes Daily Develops

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A patient who smokes a pack of cigarettes daily develops tachycardia and irritability on the second day after abdominal surgery. Which action is best for the nurse to take at this time?


A) Escort the patient outside where smoking is allowed.
B) Request a prescription for a nicotine replacement agent.
C) Move the patient to a private room and allow smoking.
D) Tell the patient that this is a good time to quit smoking.

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