While helping clients brought to a crisis center during a severe flood, the nurse interviews a client whose pregnant wife is missing and whose home has been destroyed. The client keeps talking rapidly...

While helping clients brought to a crisis center during a severe flood, the nurse interviews a client whose pregnant wife is missing and whose home has been destroyed. The client keeps talking rapidly about his experience and says, “I can't see how I can ever rebuild my life.” Which of the following responses by the nurse would be most appropriate?

1. “If you start organizing your life now, I'm sure all will be fine.”

2. “This has been a terrible experience. Tell me more about how you feel.”

3. “Let me note a few of the things you said before you continue with your story.”

4. “Tonight, think some more of what happened, so that we can continue with this tomorrow.”