Abstract
Objective:
Help patients make necessary life changes to reach desired health outcomes.
Methods:
By combining the transtheoretical stages of the change model with motivational interviewing, nurse practitioners can hone powerful skills to enable patients to make their desired life changes.
Results:
Nurses and nurse practitioners can make a difference in patients’ lives by connecting and partnering with them to create positive change for improved health outcomes.
Conclusions:
Nurse educators should provide opportunities for nurses at all levels to learn and incorporate these skills into their practice.
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