The nurse is caring for a patient with a diagnosis of Major Depressive Disorder. The patient's affect and mood are depressed. The patient refuses all groups, and has not dressed or washed today. Throughout the patient has been rejecting the nurse's advice, encouragement, and support. The nurse is starting to feel frustrated and annoyed with the patient. What is the best action for the nurse?

a. Spend less time with the patient as this is not productive anyway.
b. Develop a behavioral plan for the patient with rewards and consequences.
c. Talk with a supervisor or other nurse about feelings of frustration with the patient.
d. Assure that this patient will be assigned to someone else tomorrow.