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Zulu123 · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

A husband whose wife is terminally ill says, I don't want to cry in front of her. I need to be strong for her.. Select the nurse's most therapeutic response.

a. She might find comfort in your tears..
b. You should be honest about your feelings..
c. You need to consider the fact that time is running out..
d. You are right to protect her at a time when she is so vulnerable..

Question 2

A client is believed to have adapted to a situation when he or she exhibits which characteristic?

a. The client has become accustomed to his or her surroundings.
b. The client has shown improvement in behavior as evidenced by the ability to carry out activities normal to his or her life.
c. The client has accepted his or her current behavior patterns.
d. The client has established a trusting relationship with the caregivers who are providing care.

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

Answer to Question 1

A
Many people try to protect the dying person from experiencing emotions; however, emotional honesty is important to both the patient and the family. The patient may be reassured knowing that the family is facing the inevitable. Giving advice and making judgmental statements are not helpful.

Answer to Question 2

B
Adaptation, in mental health terms, is best shown in the client's improved behavior and ability to carry out activities normal to his or her life; this displays effective coping skills. The other options do not show complete adaptation.