The parent of a recently readmitted 3-year-old child with a chronic illness tells the nurse, "I am not sure what to do about my other children. Every time she comes back to the hospital, they have to go to the babysitter. They are telling me that it is not fair that their sister gets all my attention." Which is the nurse's best assessment of this situation?

A. This response assumes the family’s coping mechanisms are dysfunctional, which may not be accurate or helpful in the immediate situation. B. Labeling the siblings as immature and suggesting counseling without further assessment is premature. C. Jealousy and resentment are normal reactions among siblings when one child receives a lot of attention due to illness. The nurse can help the parent recognize these feelings and suggest ways to address them. D. While it’s important for the siblings to understand their sister’s illness, this response does not acknowledge the emotional aspect of their jealousy and resentment.