A male preoperative client who has already signed the informed consent for a surgical procedure confides to the practical nurse (PN) that he is really frightened and unsure about undergoing the surgery. Which priority action should the PN take?
a) Reassure the client and tell him everything will be fine.
b) Notify the surgeon about the client's fears.
c) Provide emotional support and further education about the procedure.
d) Ignore the client's concerns and proceed with preoperative preparations.