The Family of an Older Patient Recently Diagnosed with Cancer

The family of an older patient recently diagnosed with cancer reports that the patient seems to be in denial,refusing to choose treatments and planning an extended vacation.What response by the nurse is best?

A) Ask the patient how he or she feels about the diagnosis.
B) Tell the patient treatment started early has the best results.
C) Refer the patient to a licensed mental health professional.
D) Tell the family that the patient will get over it in his own time.