The nurse is planning a smoking cessation class prior to the upcoming Great American Smokeout, hoping it may motivate many individuals to stop smoking by promoting self-efficacy

Which of the following statements, if made by the client, would indicate the highest level of positive self-efficacy according to the Health Belief Model? 1. "I think this time will be different."
2. "I am going to do the best that I can, so that I won't get lung cancer."
3. "I am afraid of getting lung cancer like my father."
4. "I know that this time I will quit smoking permanently."


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Rationale 1: Stating that this attempt at quitting smoking will be different shows a low level of commitment to the action.
Rationale 2: Stating fear of getting lung cancer represents an internal cue to action, based on the Health Belief Model.
Rationale 3: Referring to a family member with the disease represents an internal cue to action, based on the Health Belief Model.
Rationale 4: Based on the Health Belief Model, self-efficacy refers to the level of confidence an individual has about the ability to perform the activity. The client's statement, "I know that this time I will quit smoking permanently," shows the highest-level determination and motivation.

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