A patient who says that both parents died of heart disease early in life is waiting for diagnostic testing results.The patient is biting fingernails and pacing around the room.Which statement should the nurse use to clarify patient information?
A) "I can see that you are anxious about dying."
B) "Tell me more about your family's history."
C) "Do you have your parents' medical records?"
D) "I'm not sure that I understand what you mean."
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