An older adult client with cancer of the liver is in a hepatic coma and unresponsive. How should the practical nurse (PN) respond to family members who are inquiring about the condition of their loved one?

Convey that their loved one's condition is very critical, and there has been no response in the last 24 hours.

Relay that the nurses have not been able to arouse the client and the healthcare provider knows the outcome.

Explain the client's extremely critical condition and ask if funeral arrangements have been made.

Refer the family to the charge nurse to discuss the client's condition in a family conference.