A patient admitted for treatment of symptoms related to paranoid schizophrenia refuses to sign a consent form allowing the nurse to discuss any aspect of his hospitalization with his parents.Which statement by the nurse best respects the patient's rights while providing effective care?
A) Reminding the parents that, "I can't discuss your son even though I want to."
B) Asking the patient to, "please talk with me about why you don't trust your parents?"
C) Telling the patient that, "Keeping your parents uninvolved in your care is very painful for them."
D) Telling the parents that, "While I can't discuss his care with you, you can tell me anything you think I need to know."
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