A client informs the nurse that he has quit smoking because his father died of lung cancer 3 months ago.Based on his motivation,smoking cessation should be recognized as an example of which behavior?

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Health protection behaviors are motivated by a desire to avoid illness or injury. The client's motivation to quit smoking after his father's death from lung cancer indicates a desire to protect his own health. Therefore, smoking cessation should be recognized as an example of health protection behavior.

A Client Informs the Nurse That He Has Quit Smoking