A client with ESRD is considering home-based peritoneal dialysis. The nurse should assess the client's home environment for which essential factor to ensure successful treatment?

A. Encouraging the client to avoid talking about their feelings may suppress their emotions and prevent them from seeking appropriate support.

B. This is the correct answer. Depression and feelings of hopelessness require professional mental health intervention. Referring the client to a mental health professional allows for specialized support and counseling to address their emotional needs.

C. While physical exercise can be beneficial for mental health, it is not the primary intervention for addressing clinical depression and feelings of hopelessness.

D. Encouraging the client to rely solely on family for emotional support may not be sufficient to address the severity of their emotional concerns. Professional counseling and therapy are necessary to address clinical depression.

A. This response is not appropriate. Telling the client to ignore their feelings can invalidate their emotions and may lead to further distress.

B. This response is the correct approach. Acknowledging the client's emotions as normal and suggesting joining a support group allows the client to connect with others who can empathize with their experiences and provide emotional support.

C. This response is not helpful. Encouraging the client to be more positive dismisses their genuine feelings and does not address their emotional needs.

D. This response is not supportive. Encouraging the client to talk less to their family about their feelings can lead to feelings of isolation and may hinder the client from seeking the support they need.