A nurse in a mental health facility is caring for a client who is experiencing a panic level of anxiety. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

A. Use short sentences when communicating with the client. In a panic level of anxiety, the client has impaired concentration, perception, and understanding. Using short, simple sentences helps the client process communication more easily and reduces cognitive overload. B. Tell the client to sit alone in a private place and reflect on the situation. A client in a panic state may feel unsafe or overwhelmed when left alone. Supervision and a calm presence are essential until the anxiety level decreases. C. Encourage the client to talk about his feelings. Clients in a panic state are often unable to verbalize or reflect on their emotions clearly. Talking about feelings is more appropriate once the anxiety has decreased to a moderate level. D. Have the client journal about what is happening to him. Journaling requires organized thought and concentration, which is not possible during a panic-level anxiety episode. It may be useful later, during a lower level of anxiety.