Author Question: A young client tells the nurse that her husband died 3 months ago, and she's feeling alone and ... (Read 169 times)

leo leo · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

A young client tells the nurse that her husband died 3 months ago, and she's feeling alone and vulnerable. Which statement by the client indicates that her coping skills are adequate?

A) I can't understand why this happened to me.
B) I'm mentally healthy. I can solve my own problems.
C) I will find a support group.
D) What can I do? My husband abandoned me.

Question 2

The nurse assesses a client as experiencing maladaptive grieving. Which of the following factors confirms the nurse's assessment?

A. The client's spouse died 12 months ago.
B. The client still cries when recalling memories of the deceased.
C. The client reports feelings of worthlessness.
D. The client reports intermittent anxiety.

irishcancer18 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C
Feedback: Finding a support group indicates that the client recognizes her need for help and is taking action to get the support she needs. Answers A, B, and D are not indications that the client's coping skills are adequate for the situation.

Answer to Question 2

C
Several authors identify loss of self-esteem as the differentiating factor between normal and maladaptive grieving. The length of time needed to grieve is variable, so it is difficult to establish a time frame as indicative of maladaptive grief.