The spouse of an older client asks that the client be given pills and to tell the client that they are for pain. How should the nurse respond to the spouse's request?
A) "I have to tell the client what each pill is for."
B) "I will explain to the client that pain is normal with aging."
C) "Let's speak with the health care provider about this request."
D) "Administering a placebo pill is not ethical."
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