An Older Adult Is Unable to Reach the Phone and Is

Multiple Choice

An older adult is unable to reach the phone and is found dead at home several hours later. The son of the deceased person arrives at the hospital and asks, "Can I just please stay and hold my dad's hand? He was so afraid of dying alone." Which response by the nurse shows empathy?

A) "You are just too late for that. Where were you when he needed you?"
B) "Did you ever consider purchasing a cell phone for your dad to prevent this from happening?"
C) "I'll close the door so you can spend time with your dad. I will check back in a few minutes."
D) "I lost my dad last year. He died alone. He was a policeman. I am just like you. Let me stay here and console you."