A patient cries as the nurse explores the patients relationship with a deceased parent. The patient says, "I shouldn't be crying like this. It happened a long time ago." Which responses by the nurse will facilitate communication? (Select all that apply.)

A. "The loss of your parent is very painful for you.": This response validates the patient’s emotions and demonstrates empathy. It helps the patient feel understood and encourages further expression of grief, facilitating therapeutic communication. B. "I can see that you feel sad about this situation.": By reflecting the patient’s feelings, the nurse helps the patient recognize and process their emotions. This technique supports emotional expression and deepens the nurse-patient connection. C. "Crying is a way of expressing the hurt you're experiencing.": Normalizing the patient’s emotional response reduces feelings of guilt or self-criticism. It provides reassurance that their grief is a natural process, fostering openness in communication. D. "Let's talk about something else because this subject is upsetting you.": Redirecting the conversation avoids addressing the patient’s emotions and may inhibit further expression. This response does not support therapeutic communication or emotional processing.