The nurse is caring for a client who had a surgical excision and biopsy of a tumor. The biopsy results show that the tumor is malignant, but the client has not yet been informed by the health care provider. The client asks the nurse, "Am I going to die?" Which of the following responses would be appropriate for the nurse to make?
1. "You seem upset. Tell me more about how you are feeling about this situation."
2. "I understand that you feel anxious. Maybe watching television will help you relax."
3. "Waiting for test results can be very stressful. I am sure that it will all work out."
4. "The biopsy results show that you have cancer. However, many cancers are treatable."