A nurse is caring for a client who has given informed consent for electroconvulsive therapy. Just before the procedure, the client tells the muse she is considering not going forward with the treatment. Which of the following statements by the nurse is appropriate?

A. Incorrect – This statement may pressure the client into proceeding with treatment. B. Incorrect – While acknowledging nervousness is helpful, it does not address the client’s concern about withdrawing consent. C. Correct – The client has the right to withdraw consent at any time, and the nurse should support autonomy. D. Incorrect – This statement is reassuring but does not acknowledge the client’s right to refuse.