Armin is a nurse helping his client learn how to self-administer insulin

Armin is a nurse helping his client learn how to self-administer insulin.

The client is diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. Armin observes the client to be silent during the education session and does not interact with him. The client’s spouse is actively engaged in the session and asks Armin many questions. What is Armin’s priority response to facilitate learning?
1. Ask the client to sign a consent that permits Armin to discuss care with the spouse.
2. Acknowledge the spouse’s involvement and carry on with the education session.
3. Ask the client and the spouse to explain the spouse’s role in the client’s care.