An older adult with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)asks why he should quit smoking now.What response by the nurse is best?
A)"It will keep your disease from getting worse."
B)"There are many benefits to quitting even now."
C)"It will decrease the risk of getting cancer too."
D)"You're right;there really isn't a reason to quit."

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Even though the client already has COPD, quitting smoking can still have benefits such as improving lung function, decreasing the risk of infections, and increasing overall quality of life.

An Older Adult with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)asks Why