A nurse is providing instructions for a 52-year-old client who is scheduled for a colonoscopy. The client reports that he has not had the procedure before and is very anxious about feeling pain during the procedure. Which of the following responses by the nurse is appropriate?

Rationale: A. Delaying discussion until after signing the consent form does not address the client’s immediate anxiety or provide needed education. B. Providing information about sedation reassures the client that discomfort during the colonoscopy will be minimized and helps reduce anxiety. It is accurate, therapeutic, and informative. C. Acknowledging the recommendation without addressing the anxiety does not provide reassurance or information about pain management. D. While humorous, this comment does not address the client’s concern about pain and is not considered a therapeutic response.