During a grief-processing group, an elderly client stated, "For the first time since my husband died, I'm having more good days than bad." This statement suggests that the client has:
1. Completed her "grief work" successfully
2. Determined she is ready to terminate the support group
3. Reached the phase of reestablishment
4. Replaced old memories with new ones
ANS: 3
Reestablishment is the gradual decrease in symptoms. There are not enough data to support op-tions 1, 2, or 4.
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