A nurse is caring for a client who is obese. The client is crying and states, "Everyone is staring at me because of my weight." Which of the following responses should the nurse make?

A. "How long have you struggled with your weight?" While this may provide background information, it shifts the focus to the client's weight history rather than validating their current emotional experience and distress. B. "Let's discuss some weight loss strategies that might work for you." This response prematurely shifts to problem-solving and weight management without first addressing the client’s emotional needs or acknowledging their feelings of embarrassment and vulnerability. C. "It sounds like you're saying that you feel uncomfortable around others." This is a therapeutic, reflective response that validates the client’s feelings and encourages them to express more about their emotional experience, fostering trust and emotional support. D. "Have you always felt uncomfortable being overweight?" This question may come across as judgmental and focuses too much on the client's body image history rather than their current emotional experience, potentially worsening feelings of shame.