When asked, the nurse explains that grief work refers to: a. ...

[Bernana]

When asked, the nurse explains that grief work refers to:
 
  a. Establishing new methods of coping with stress
  b. Evaluating progress made toward accepting the loss
  c. The means by which one moves through the grief process
  d. Actively seeking assistance to cope with the loss experiences

Question 2

Which person would the nurse assess as experiencing chronic sorrow?
 
  a. The mother of a child diagnosed with asthma
  b. The father of an adult son who is a schizophrenic
  c. The daughter whose father experienced a hip replacement
  d. The wife whose husband has recently requested a trial separation

[rekilledagain]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Grief work is moving through the stages of grief. The remaining options can be components of grief work.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
The only situation that presents as a long-term, chronic loss is having a child with a chronic disorder like schizophrenia. The other situations are resolving or at least hopeful for recovery.

[Bernana]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[amandanbreshears]

Gracias!