A patient who smokes a pack of cigarettes daily develops tachycardia and irritability on the second day after abdominal surgery.What is the nurse's best action at this time?
A) Escort the patient outside where smoking is allowed.
B) Move the patient to a private room and allow smoking.
C) Tell the patient that this is a good time to quit smoking.
D) Request a prescription for a nicotine replacement agent.
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