The nurse is providing care to a client who is diagnosed with hypertension. Which response by the nurse is an appropriate example of informational confrontation with the client?
A) "I noticed you rubbing your head and your eyes, are you hurting? Let's take your blood pressure."
B) "I heard raised voices when I was coming down the hall to your room. Are you upset?"
C) "It is 3 p.m. and time to take your blood pressure before I give you your medication."
D) "Is the blood pressure medication making your head hurt?"
Answer: A
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