You are evaluating a 34-year-old woman who tells you that she is planning to quit smoking and has discussed her plans with her doctor and family. She said that she plans to quit at some point during the coming month

According to the transtheoretical model of health promotion, her statement is most consistent with which of the following stages?
A. Precontemplation
B. Contemplation
C. Preparation stage
D. Termination


ANS: C

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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