A Patient Diagnosed with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Tells the Nurse

A patient diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) tells the nurse, "My friends tell me this problem is all in my head." In caring for the patient, the nurse should

A) discuss the new medications that are available to treat the condition.
B) inform the patient that IBS has a specific, identifiable cause.
C) explain that modifications to increase dietary fiber can control the symptoms.
D) encourage the patient to express feelings and ask questions about IBS.

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