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jazziefee

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An adult who was widowed 18 months ago says, I can now remember good times we shared without getting upset. Sometimes I even think about the disappointments. I've become accustomed to sleeping in our bed alone. The work of mourning:
 
  a. is beginning.
  b. is progressing abnormally.
  c. is at or near completion.
  d. has not begun.

Question 2

After being notified that her husband died of heart failure, a wife approaches the nurse who cared for her husband and in the hospital hallway shouts angrily, He'd still be alive if you'd given him your undivided attention
 
  Select the nurse's best response.
 
  a. I understand you're feeling upset. Let's go to our conference room, and I'll stay with you until your family comes.
  b. Your husband's heart was severely damaged and could no longer pump. There's nothing anyone could have done.
  c. I will call the nursing supervisor to discuss this matter with you.
  d. It will be all right if you cry. Crying is a normal grief response.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
The work of mourning has been successfully completed when the bereaved can remember both the positive and negative memories about the deceased and when the task of restructuring the relationship with the deceased is completed.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
When a bereaved family member behaves in a disturbed manner, the nurse should show patience and tact while offering sympathy and warmth. Moving the individual to a private area so as not to disturb others is important. The incorrect options are defensive, evasive, or placating.





 

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