The Parent of a Seriously Mentally Ill Adult Asks the Nurse

The parent of a seriously mentally ill adult asks the nurse, "Why are you making a referral to a vocational rehabilitation program? My child won't ever be able to hold a job." Which is the nurse's best reply?

A) "We make this referral to continue eligibility for federal funding."
B) "Are you concerned that we're trying to make your child too independent?"
C) "If you think the program would be detrimental, we can postpone it for a time."
D) "Most patients are capable of employment at some level, competitive or supported."