A nurse finds a resident in a long-term care facility crying in her room. The nurse knows that the resident's husband recently passed away. The best action by the nurse is to
1. Gently close the resident's door to provide privacy.
2. Sit quietly with the resident to offer support.
3. Inform the resident that Bingo starts in 5 minutes.
4. Tell the resident that it is time for her shower.
ANS: 2
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