The Nurse Is Establishing a Therapeutic Environment with a Newly

The nurse is establishing a therapeutic environment with a newly admitted patient with a severe mental illness. Which statement best demonstrates empathetic communication?

A) "I feel really bad that you have this disorder."
B) "You appear upset. Do you want to talk about it?"
C) "You appear upset. Why do you feel this way?"
D) "Many people have this disorder. You will feel better in no time."