When the nurse is caring for a client who is undergoing an ethically sensitive procedure, which action by the nurse would be most appropriate?
A) Offer personal opinions about the procedure and topic
B) Explain how the woman should make her decision
C) Ask reflective questions to assess the client's feelings
D) Interact with the client as little as possible
C
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