While talking with a nurse, a patient remarks, "My father's been dead for months. I think Mom needs to get on with her life.". The most appropriate response by the nurse is:
a. "Giving her support will be more helpful than being critical.".
b. "Have you thought of ways you might help her find more pleasure in her life?"
c. "It's possible that she still needs more time. Grieving often takes 1 year or more.".
d. "A death is usually a crisis for the whole family. How has his death affected you?"
C
It is appropriate to help the patient understand the grieving process, including the fact that normal grieving can take 1 year or more. The process is unique to the individual.
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