A New Patient in a Skilled Nursing Facility Refuses to Participate

A new patient in a skilled nursing facility refuses to participate in any social activities and tells the nurse, "I don't want to meet anyone new. They'll just die anyway." What is the best response the nurse might make?

A) "I know just what you mean. My brother died recently and sometimes I wish I didn't care so much."
B) "Will you tell me more about what has happened to make you say that? Have you lost people you care about?"
C) "Even if you are worried about losing people you care about, it is important to always stay engaged in living and not just give up."
D) "If you don't participate, I will have to get the psychiatrist to see you and decide whether or not you need some medication to help improve your mood."