A nurse is interviewing a client who states, "I am at a total loss and don't know what to do anymore. I feel hopeless." Which of the following responses should the nurse make?

A. Asking about medications shifts focus away from the client’s emotional expression and is not therapeutic in this moment. B. Offering information does not address the client’s feelings of hopelessness. C. Suggesting therapy is premature before exploring the client’s emotional state. D. Reflecting the client’s feelings —“You feel like you have no remaining options and are struggling to find a solution”—demonstrates active listening and empathy, helping the client feel heard and understood. This is a key therapeutic communication technique used to encourage further expression of feelings.