A patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is scheduled for total hip replacement.What should the nurse instruct the patient about smoking before the surgery?

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Patients should be encouraged to avoid smoking for at least 3 to 4 weeks before surgery if they have a chronic lung disorder.A.C.This patient needs to avoid smoking for longer than 3 to 4 or 24 hours.D.The patient should not smoke at all for 3 to 4 weeks before the surgery.

A Patient with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Is Scheduled for Total