A 15yearold girl at 21 weeks gestation comes with her mother to the genetic counselor because the fetus has gastroschisis. The patient's mother insists that the birth defect is incompatible with life and that she should terminate the pregnancy, but the patient says she wants to keep the baby. However, the patient says that she might terminate the pregnancy if the counselor says the chances of the fetus surviving are poor. The mother becomes agitated when the counselor states that the birth defect is often compatible with life. She accuses the counselor of undermining her authority as the mother. Which of the following is the BEST response by the counselor?

A. Acknowledge the mother's concerns, but inform her it is the counselor'sobligation to provide accurate information.
B. Ask the mother to leave so the counselor can speak with the daughter alone.
C. Call the daughter after the session at a time when the mother is not at home.
D. Leave the room for a short time, and allow private discussion between the mother and her daughter.