Author Question: A patient has had two family members die during the past 2 days. Which coping strategy is most ... (Read 29 times)

londonang · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

A patient has had two family members die during the past 2 days. Which coping strategy is most appropriate for the nurse to suggest to the patient?

a. Writing in a journal
b. Drinking alcohol to go to sleep
c. Exercising vigorously rather than sleeping
d. Avoiding talking with friends and family members

Question 2

A veteran is hospitalized after surgical amputation of both lower extremities owing to injuries sustained during military service. Which type of loss will the nurse focus the plan of care on for this patient?

a. Perceived loss
b. Situational loss
c. Maturational loss
d. Uncomplicated loss

Mochi · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Coping strategies may be healthy and effective like talking, journaling, and sharing emotions with others. They may also be unhealthy and ineffective like increased use of alcohol, drugs, and violence. Although exercise is important for self-care, sleep is also important. Shutting oneself away from friends and family by not talking about the sadness is not effective; the patient should spend time with people who are nurturing.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Loss of a body part from injury is a situational loss. Maturational losses occur as part of normal life transitions across the life span. A perceived loss is uniquely defined by the person experiencing the loss and is less obvious to other people. Uncomplicated loss is not a type of loss; it is a description of normal grief.