The Nurse Is Assessing a Client's Blood Pressure

The nurse is assessing a client's blood pressure. The client asks the nurse why it is important to feel for his pulse prior to taking his blood pressure. Which response by the nurse is the most appropriate?

A) "I can document this value if I am unable to measure your blood pressure the other way."
B) "I need to feel for your pulse to make sure it is regular."
C) "I am more likely to get an accurate reading if I do it this way."
D) "It is the best way to determine an arterial obstruction."