The nurse enters a client's room to perform a physical assessment and finds the client crying. Which response is best for the nurse to provide?

A. Gives the client a hug and says, "It is okay to cry when you are sad" may seem comforting but could invade the client’s personal space and may not be appropriate in a professional setting without the client’s consent. B. While touching the client's forearm, asks, "Would you like to talk about it?" is correct because it shows empathy, provides emotional support, and invites the client to share their feelings. The light touch conveys care without being intrusive. C. "This is a bad time. I can see you are upset. I can come back later" dismisses the client’s emotional needs and prioritizes the nurse’s schedule over the client’s well-being. D. "I am sorry to disturb you at a difficult time. This can wait until later" acknowledges the client’s emotions but does not provide immediate support or address their needs effectively.