When a nurse manager is preparing a nurse's performance appraisal, which of the following actions should the nurse manager take?

A) Base the appraisal solely on the nurse's compliance with policies and procedures.
B) Include personal opinions and subjective judgments in the appraisal.
C) Share the appraisal results with other staff members before discussing them with the nurse.
D) Provide constructive feedback and discuss the appraisal with the nurse in a private and confidential setting.