During care, the client suddenly blurts out “my doctor just told me that I am going to have to have chemotherapy after all; I was hoping to avoid it.” Which of the following is the nurse's most...

During care, the client suddenly blurts out “my doctor just told me that I am going to have to have chemotherapy after all; I was hoping to avoid it.” Which of the following is the nurse's most therapeutic response?

1. “Well, he is our best oncologist; I am certain he knows what is best.”

2. “What concerns you most about possible chemotherapy?”

3. “You know, you can get a second opinion before you agree to any of that.”

4. “I understand how you feel. I would feel the same way.”