You are transporting a depressed patient who states that she is thinking of killing herself by taking a "whole bunch of pills." After providing you this information, the patient has refused to speak and has remained silent. Your physical assessment of the patient reveals she is stable. Which of these statements would be most appropriate for you to make at this time?
A) "I don't understand why you won't talk. You called 911 for help, didn't you?"
B) "Has the cat got your tongue? If you talk to me, I can help you."
C) "I understand if you do not want to talk. I will be sitting here if you need anything."
D) "I need you to talk to me. I cannot help you if you refuse to talk to me."
C) "I understand if you do not want to talk. I will be sitting here if you need anything."
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