Author Question: A client is being treated for severe depression following the death of his wife. A nurse asks about ... (Read 34 times)

haleyc112 · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

A client is being treated for severe depression following the death of his wife. A nurse asks about removing a tattered piece of fabric from his hand, when he starts moaning and says, It was Stella's.

What type of grief is this client experiencing? a. anticipated c. normal
b. dysfunctional d. maturational

Question 2

What are the three stages of grief?

a. anticipation, experience, and integration
b. withdrawal, recovery, and engagement
c. suppression, repression, and return
d. shock, reality, and recovery

vickyvicksss · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B
Dysfunctional or pathological grief is characterized by intense feelings of grief that remain unreconciled. Individuals experiencing dysfunctional grief have persistent, strong emotional reactions and may be unable to work, eat, or sleep; they remain isolated and are unable to resume any routines, continuing to focus on the deceased person. A person experiencing dysfunctional grief should be referred for professional counseling.

Answer to Question 2

D
The three stages of grief are shock (lasts days to months), reality (acknowledges the full meaning of the loss), and recovery (exhibits adaptive behaviors).