A pt presents with a temperature of 10E.6 F (40.9) and nuchal rigidity. A nurse obtains blood culture and administers antibiotics. The patient remains febrile, and the family questions the adequacy of the interventions. The nurse's best response should be to
A. arrange a social service consult
B. assure the family that everything will be explained later.
C suggest that the family discuss their concerns with the physician
D. acknowledge the family's concerns while explaining rationales for the interventions