A patient whose mother died recently is distressed because a sibling returned to work immediately after their mother's funeral. Which is the best response by the nurse?
1. "Every person grieves in their own way."
2. "I guess your family member is just not emotional."
3. "Yes, that is a problem. I think you should suggest a therapist."
4. "There is an association between a lack of expression of grief and negative psychological outcomes."
1. "Every person grieves in their own way."
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