A 6-year-old boy with cerebral palsy has been admitted to the hospital for some tests. His condition is stable. The boy's mother remains with her son, but she is obviously exhausted and stressed. How should the nurse respond?
A) "Would you like me to bring you a blanket and pillow?"
B) "You are doing such a wonderful job with your son."
C) "He's in good hands; consider going home and getting some sleep."
D) "Are you planning to spend the night or to go home?"
C
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