The nurse learns that a patient who is 8 weeks pregnant continues to smoke 10 cigarettes a day. In which order should the nurse provide a 5 to 15 minute intervention about smoking with this patient?

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The correct order for the intervention is to first ask about tobacco use to understand the patient's habits. Then, advise the patient to quit smoking, highlighting the risks. Next, assess the patient's willingness to quit to tailor the intervention. Assist the patient in their attempt to quit by providing resources or strategies. Finally, arrange for follow-up care to support the patient in maintaining cessation.

The Nurse Learns That a Patient Who Is 8 Weeks