The nurse has explained to a client scheduled for surgery that he will not be able to eat or drink after midnight. The client asks whether he can smoke after that time. Which of the following responses by the nurse would be most appropriate?

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The nurse has explained to a client scheduled for surgery that he will not be able to eat or drink after midnight. The client asks whether he can smoke after that time. Which of the following responses by the nurse would be most appropriate?