Aclient Who Smokes a Pack of Cigarettes Daily Develops Tachycardia

Aclient who smokes a pack of cigarettes daily develops tachycardia and irritability on the second day after abdominal surgery. Which of the following actions should the nurse implement first?

A) Escort the client outside where smoking is allowed.
B) Request a prescription for a nicotine replacement agent.
C) Move the client to a private room and allow smoking.
D) Tell the client that this is a good time to quit smoking.