Author Question: A woman just received notification that her husband died. She approaches the nurse who cared for him ... (Read 146 times)

piesebel · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

A woman just received notification that her husband died. She approaches the nurse who cared for him during his last hours and says angrily, If you had given him your undivided attention, he would still be alive.. Which analysis applies?

a. The comment warns of a malpractice suit.
b. Anger is a phenomenon experienced during grieving.
c. The patient had ambivalent feelings about her husband.
d. In some cultures, grief is expressed solely through anger.

Question 2

The rituals connected with greeting and departure, the lines of conversation, and the directness of communication refer to a culture's

1. written language.
2. values and beliefs.
3. communication style.
4. communication techniques.

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

Answer to Question 1

B
Anger may protect the bereaved from facing the devastating reality of loss. Anger expressed during mourning is not directed toward the nurse personally, even though accusations and blame may make her feel as though it is.

Answer to Question 2

3
Communication style refers to the rituals connected with greeting and departure, the lines of conversation, and the directness of communications.