A client who is undergoing psychiatric counseling calls a nurse on a hotline, crying, and states, "My priest assaulted me when I was an altar boy, and my dad just found out. He's got a gun, and he's driving over to the church rectory. I don't know what to do." Which response by the nurse is most appropriate initially?
A. "How did your dad learn of your abuse by clergy?"
B. "Call the police immediately and then call the priest to warn him that your dad has a gun."
C. "Call the priest immediately and tell him to lock the doors until the police arrive. I'll call the police."
D. "You will want to come in to see our psychiatrist with your father, but, for now, call the police and tell them what happened."
Answer: C. "Call the priest immediately and tell him to lock the doors until the police arrive. I'll call the police."
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