A Child Is in the Clinic for Evaluation of an Asthma

A child is in the clinic for evaluation of an asthma action plan. The primary care pediatric nurse practitioner (PNP) notes that the child's last visit was for a pre-kindergarten physical and observes that the child is extremely anxious. What will the nurse practitioner do initially?

A) Ask the child's parent why the child is so anxious.
B) Perform a physical assessment to rule out shortness of breath.
C) Reassure the child that there is nothing to be afraid of.
D) Review the purpose of this visit and any anticipated procedures.