The nurse is preparing to transfer a client from the ICU to the general surgical unit. The client seems anxious. Before helping the client into the wheelchair for transfer, which of the following is the most appropriate response by the nurse?
1. "You seem nervous about moving to the new unit. Is there something worrying you?"
2. "You will like the new unit. It is much quieter than the ICU."
3. "Your family will be so happy that you are moving out of the ICU."
4. "We have all your belongings. Did you send anything to Security?"
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Rationale: Fear of the unknown might be causing increased anxiety, even though the transfer to a stepdown unit indicates progress.
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