Which of the following responses by the nurse is most appropriate to the statement "This test isn't my idea, but my husband insists"?
a. "Don't worry. Everything will be fine."
b. "Why don't you want to have this test?"
c. "You're concerned about having this test?"
d. "It's your decision."
C
The nurse should clarify the statement and assist the client in exploring her feelings about the test.
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