A nutritionist is providing information to a client about making changes in her diet. The client is resistant to change and says, "I don't think I could follow that kind of diet." Which response from the nutritionist would be most appropriate to confront this client?

A. "I think you would like help, but you don't want to do the work to change."
B. "I could help you if you would let me, but you don't seem to want my help."
C. "You say you want to change, but you are not willing to try."
D. "This is not unreasonable; if you tried harder, it wouldn't be so bad."
E. "You are saying you would like help, and I would like to help you if I can."


Answer: E

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