The nurse leads group therapy for clients diagnosed with substance abuse. A client diagnosed with alcoholism, and who occasionally uses marijuana and cocaine, attends the meeting. During the meeting the client states, 'I am having trouble sitting still. Am I bothering anybody? Maybe I should not come to these meetings.' Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?

D Tell the other group members to ignore the client and continue with the group meeting. C Recognize this as manipulative behavior and encourage the client to remain in the group. B Remove the client from the group and further assess needs. A Encourage the client to share problems with the group.