Benita is a 45-year-old patient who was admitted with a diagnosis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease as a result of cigarette smoking. Before the discharge, the nurse is planning to check the patient's readiness to stop smoking. It is evident that the patient is ready to quit smoking when she states:

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It is evident that the patient is ready to quit smoking when she states, "I will cut it to a half pack per day." This is a very good positive step in reducing smoking; it is the first step in quitting smoking. The patient has to be followed up with, as consistent follow up has been shown to be beneficial to helping people quit smoking.

Benita Is a 45-Year-Old Patient Who Was Admitted with a Diagnosis