The nurse enters a client's room and finds that the phone is lying in the client's lap, tissues are wadded up on the bed, and the client's eyes are red and watery. The best response by the nurse is:

A)

"You look upset. Is there anything you'd like to talk about?"
B)

"Has your doctor been in to talk to you yet?"
C)

"Can I hang that phone up for you?"
D)

"Well, it's a beautiful day outside. Let's open the blinds."


A

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