The nurse is advising a client about health problems related to being overweight. The client acknowledges the need to lose weight. The nurse provides education on how to count calories in food and the importance of daily exercise. The client states she will begin to count caloric intake beginning with the next meal. The client also states intentions to begin an exercise program with friends. Which statement illustrates Lewin's stage of unfreezing?
a. The client acknowledges the need to lose weight.
b. The client states she will begin to count caloric intake with the next meal.
c. The nurse provides education on how to count calories in food and the importance of daily exercise.
d. The client also states intentions to begin an exercise program with friends.
Ans: a. The client acknowledges the need to lose weight.
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