During a nursing interview, a client says, "My daughter was murdered in her apartment, and her estranged husband called to tell me. I can't stop myself from wondering whether he killed her, but the police have ruled him out as a suspect." Which response by the nurse would be therapeutic?
A. "Sounds like it."
B. "It feels terrible to lose a daughter."
C. "I agree. What do you want to bet he did it?"
D. "Have you shared your concerns with the police?"
Answer: D. "Have you shared your concerns with the police?"
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