The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Who Requires Assistance

The nurse is caring for a patient who requires assistance with eating.The patient repeatedly apologizes to the nurse,saying,"I'm so sorry.I'm like a baby.I'm such a burden since I can't even feed myself." What is the most appropriate strategy for the nurse to use?

A) Feed all of the solid foods first,and then offer liquids.
B) Feed the patient quickly so as not to make the patient feel like it is taking a great deal of time out of the nurse's day.
C) Minimize conversation so that the patient can eat faster.
D) Appear unhurried,sit at the bedside,and encourage the patient to feed himself as much as possible.