Author Question: A woman whose abusive husband was killed in an automobile accident 3 years earlier continues to ... (Read 148 times)

nramada · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

A woman whose abusive husband was killed in an automobile accident 3 years earlier continues to idealize him and repeatedly talks about their wonderful relationship. Which outcome is most appropriate for the patient? Patient will:

a. Enlist the emotional support of both family and friends.
b. Keep a daily journal recording memories of time spent with her husband.
c. Read information on the affects of physical abuse and the support groups availa-ble to her.
d. Express both positive and negative feelings about her husband and their life to-gether.

Question 2

A nurse plans care based upon the fact that anticipatory grief:

a. Is associated with a high risk for depression
b. Is associated with fewer expressions of guilt
c. Prevents development of symptoms of depression
d. Requires a longer period of time to effect resolution

srodz · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Chronic grief involves unresolved issues in a relationship with the person who died. In this case, a more realistic expression of their life together is needed. The remaining options are appropriate but do not address the primary need to establish realistic memories of the rela-tionship.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Pre-mourning or anticipatory grief is associated with a high risk for depression or family withdrawal from the patient. It is normative and does not necessarily require a longer period of resolution or indicate fewer guilt expressions. It does not prevent depression.