What should the nurse do before approaching a grieving family member?
a. Offer sympathy
b. Assess level of resolution
c. Give assurance that the pain will pass
d. Encourage the family member to return to normal activities
ANS: B
The nurse should assess each aspect of grieving to fully understand where family members are in their grief in order to offer the most effective assistance.
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
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