A nurse is caring for a client who has just been diagnosed with cancer of the colon. The client asks the nurse several questions about what the provider might be planning to do. Which of the following nursing responses should the nurse make?

A. Assuring the client that the provider will explain the plan is non-therapeutic because it does not actively support the client’s need for understanding and engagement. It may leave the client feeling dismissed or anxious. B. Encouraging the client to write down questions to ask the provider is correct. This response empowers the client, promotes active participation in their care, and ensures that their concerns are addressed directly by the provider. It supports client autonomy, facilitates communication, and helps the client retain information during potentially stressful appointments. C. Explaining treatment options based on cancer stage is outside the nurse’s scope of practice unless the nurse has been specifically authorized and is competent to provide such detailed information. Providing detailed treatment recommendations could lead to misinformation or confusion. D. Providing Internet articles may overwhelm the client or expose them to inaccurate or non-evidence-based information. It is not a substitute for personalized education or discussion with the healthcare provider.