The patient denies smoking, although the smell of tobacco is strong in his hospital room. The nurse confronts the patient most effectively by saying:
a. "Do not bother to lie to me. I know you have been smoking."
b. "It is very dangerous to smoke in bed."
c. "The hospital has policies against smoking."
d. "I can smell the tobacco and I see your lighter on the bedside table."
ANS: D
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