The Nurse Is Educating a Patient with Diverticulitis

The nurse is educating a patient with diverticulitis.Which statement indicates that the nurse's teaching about the importance of seeking treatment has been successful?

A) "If left untreated, the inflamed bowel could spread to the entire bowel."
B) "If left untreated, the inflamed bowel could cause ulcers."
C) "If left untreated, the inflamed bowel can perforate and cause peritonitis."
D) "If left untreated, the inflamed bowel can cause appendicitis."