A patient who developed chronic renal failure after a severe hypotensive episode has just been told that dialysis will be necessary for the rest of her life. She and her family are very upset and crying. What is the best nursing intervention?
A) Ask the family to leave, as they are upsetting the patient
B) Administer intravenous sedation to the patient
C) Encourage patient and family to express their feelings
D) Begin dialysis education immediately
C
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