The family of a young widow is concerned that the client is ...

[gbarreiro]

The family of a young widow is concerned that the client is taking so much time to get over the death of her spouse. What should the nurse explain to the family about grief? (Select all that apply.)
 
  1. Grief will never disappear.
  2. Grief resolution takes time.
  3. Grief is influenced by culture.
  4. Grief is shorter in young people.
  5. Grief that lasts this long should be investigated.

Question 2

During the assessment of the client experiencing early shock, what findings should the nurse expect?
 
  1. Shallow, rapid respirations
  2. Increased blood pressure
  3. Confusion
  4. Cold, clammy skin

[Dominic]

Answer to Question 1

Answer: 1, 2, 3

1. Grief does not fully disappear but rather the loss becomes integrated into and is a part of one's life.
2. Grief resolution takes time and goes through a series of highs and lows.
3. Grief is influenced by factors such as culture.
4. Grief is not shorter in young people.
5. There is no time limit on grief so it does not need to be investigated.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 2

1. In early shock, the respiratory system attempts to compensate for a lack of oxygen by increasing respirations. As shock progresses, the nurse notes slow, shallow respirations.
2. As blood flow to the kidneys decreases, the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system is activated and elevates the blood pressure.
3. In early shock, the client becomes restless and progresses to confusion.
4. Cold, clammy skin indicates that shock has progressed.