A wife has just received the news that her husband died of heart failure. She has called her family to
come to the hospital.
She approaches the nurse who cared for her husband during his last hours and,
in the middle of the corridor, shouts angrily "If you had given him your undivided attention instead
of running off to care for others, he would still be alive.". The best response for the nurse to make
would be
a. "You are mistaken. Your husband's heart was so severely damaged that it could
no longer pump.".
b. "I will call my supervisor to discuss this matter with you.".
c. "I understand you are feeling very upset. Let's go into this room and I will stay
with you until your family comes.".
d. "It will be all right if you give in and cry.".
C
When bereaved family behaves in a disturbed manner, the nurse should show patience and tact while
offering sympathy and warmth. Option A is defensive. Option B is evasive. Option D is placating.
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