The client states, "I had an accident." The nurse replies, "Tell me about your accident." This is an example of which therapeutic communication technique?

A. Making observations involves describing what the nurse sees or notices (e.g., “You seem upset”), not asking the client to elaborate. B. Offering self means making oneself available to the client (e.g., “I’ll stay here with you”), not prompting for more details. C. Reflection directs the client’s thoughts or feelings back to them (e.g., “You’re feeling anxious about this”), rather than asking for expansion. D. General lead is correct because the nurse’s response (“Tell me about your accident”) encourages the client to continue talking and lead the conversation.