Which client statement indicates sustain talk when a nurse is counseling a patient about smoking cessation?

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Sustain talk is any client statement that supports the status quo. The statement "I feel fine and don't see the need to change" is an example of sustain talk. The statement about not liking the smell of smoke in the car indicates a reason to stop smoking. Stating the possibility to cut down the number of cigarettes smoked each day indicates the ability to stop smoking. Stating that the house would be cleaner if smoking wasn't done in the house indicates a reason to stop smoking.

Which Client Statement Indicates Sustain Talk When a Nurse Is