Which intervention would the nurse implement when a patient's brother states, I feel so awkward; I'm almost frightened to talk with my brother because he is dying, and we were so close?

a. Encouraging the patient to ask the brother to visit more frequently
b. Finding a way in which the brother can assist in the care of the patient
c. Having the brother talk further about his previous relationship with the patient
d. Telling the brother to bring another family member when he visits