An 80-Year-Old with Arthritis Has Difficulty Walking

An 80-year-old with arthritis has difficulty walking.The patient tells the nurse,"It's awful to be old.Every day is a struggle.No one cares about old people." Select the nurse's best response.

A) "Everyone here cares about old people.That's why we work here."
B) "It sounds like you're having a difficult time.Tell me about it."
C) "Let's not focus on the negative.Tell me something good."
D) "You are still able to get around,and your mind is alert."