A Patient Who Has Been Diagnosed with Breast Cancer Has

A patient who has been diagnosed with breast cancer has many questions related to surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy. The nurse provides education about the disease and treatments but perceives that the patient has further questions about coping with day-to-day situations. Which of the following actions would be of greatest benefit to the patient?

A) Suggesting cognitive behavioural therapy with a counsellor
B) Teaching her to monitor her stress level while at home
C) Suggesting she enroll in a pain-management program
D) Referring her to a support group for people with breast cancer