Therapeutic Communication: DenialWhen the nurse enters the client's room, they express how they are tired of everybody calling them an alcoholic. The client expresses that they don't really drink that much, and can cut back at anytime. The client states that they do not drink more than any other average guy and feels that people are just labeling them for no reason which makes them angry.
What is the best approach for the nurse to use when responding to the client

a) Assure the client that the hospital staff understand.
b) Ask the client why he feels people are judging them.
c) Find out if the client has alcoholic friends.
d) Tell the client they have a right to be upset.