The Partner of a Pregnant Client at 16 Weeks' Gestation

The partner of a pregnant client at 16 weeks' gestation accompanies her to the clinic. The partner tells you that the baby just does not seem real to him, and he is having a hard time relating to his partner's fatigue and food aversions. Which statement would be best for the nurse to make?

A) "Many men feel this way. Feeling the baby move will help make it real."
B) "My husband had no problem with this. What was your childhood like?"
C) "You might need professional psychologic counseling. Ask your physician."
D) "If you would concentrate harder, you would be aware of the reality of this pregnancy."