The patient wants to quit smoking before starting hormonal birth control. Using motivational interviewing, which statement by the nurse would best elicit change talk from the patient?

A client reports that since her husband died five months ago, she continues to feel sad and depressed, and dreads the upcoming holiday season. She has no history of depression, is able to function normally at work, and is sleeping and eating normally. Which is the best response by the nurse?

A 23-year-old woman presents to the emergency department (ED) after losing consciousness during class. Her vital signs are: blood pressure 95/68 mm Hg, heart rate 112 bpm, and oxygen saturation 95% on room air. She weighs 78 pounds. She confides in the nurse saying, “I am so scared of being fat. It controls me. I have not eaten in three days.” Which disorder does the nurse suspect in this patient?