Why doesn't my bluetooth menu give me the option to "Set Up Bluetooth Device"?

Computer: 13.3 in Macbook Pro (2012)
I just bought a new bluetooth mouse (Gear Head Optical Mouse for Mac Computer).  The instruction manual tells me to click on the Bluetooth icon at the top right of my screen and click on "Set Up Bluetooth Device".  But when I tried that, my bluetooth pull down menu only gives me limited options, none which includes "Set Up Bluetooth Device". (see attached image)
I've already tried restarting my computer, going through the Bluetooth Preferences, and trying to connect via Mouse in System Preferences.  Does anyone have any ideas on where I might be doing something wrong or if I need to install anything additional?  Any help is appreciated!!

Following are instructions from help in the Bluetooth Preferences:
Make sure the device you’re setting up has charged batteries and is turned on.
Choose Apple menu > System Preferences, then click Keyboard, Mouse, or Trackpad.If you’re setting up a mouse or trackpad, follow the onscreen instructions. When your mouse or trackpad is discovered, it automatically pairs with your Mac.

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