If a client who needs to make a lifestyle change because of a disease puts up barriers or makes excuses not to change, what two things could the nurse do?

What will be an ideal response?


1. Continue to develop a relationship of trust and educate the client about the disease until the
client sees the need for and desires to make the change.
2. Assist the client by discussing possible ways in which his or her lifestyle could change to
accommodate the needed diet and exercise changes.

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