The Nurse Is Providing Care to a Patient Who States

The nurse is providing care to a patient who states, "My doctor is refusing to treat me because I am noncompliant with his recommendations." Which is the priority nursing action in this situation?

A) Advise the patient to contact the local medical board.
B) Advise the patient to contact their insurance company.
C) Refer the patient's issue to the hospital ethics committee.
D) Notify the healthcare provider of the patient's complaints.