A patient is preoccupied with the feeling that she has breast cancer. She asks the nurse to insist that the health care provider perform a mastectomy. After several tests, the nurse finds that the patient has no symptoms or risk factors of breast cancer. When the health care provider refers the patient to a psychologist, the patient refuses to go. Which nursing intervention is appropriate in this situation?
a. One, some, or all responses may be correct.
b. Respect the autonomy of the patient. Ask family members for their opinion.
c. Schedule psychological counseling irrespective of the patient's wishes.
d. Respect the patient's decision and do not schedule counseling.
e. Discuss with the patient the potential benefits of psychological counseling