A Client Who Is Diagnosed with Breast Cancer Asks the Nurse

A client who is diagnosed with breast cancer asks the nurse, "Am I going to die?"  Which statement by the nurse promotes a therapeutic relationship?

A) "Cancer is no longer a death sentence; you may live for many years."
B) "I will ask the chaplain to talk to you sometime today."
C) "People with cancer experience fear of dying; tell me about your concerns."
D) "Tell me about your life and hopes for the future."

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