An Overweight Client Who Enjoys Active Outdoor Activities Develops Arthritis

An overweight client who enjoys active outdoor activities develops arthritis in the knees. Which action by the nurse is most appropriate to assist the client in coping with the diagnosis?

A) Ask the client to discuss feelings about the diagnosis.
B) Have the client practise frequent relaxation breathing.
C) Educate the client on the use of imagery to decrease pain and decrease stress.
D) Encourage the client to think about how weight loss might improve symptoms.