An older adult client has just learned of the death of an adult child as a result of an automobile accident. The adult child was in another city and died alone. Which action by the nurse is appropriate to address the client during the grieving process?

Question

A) Assisting the family through the complicated grief process
B) Planning care related to the guilt and grief the mother may feel
C) Obtaining a psychological consult for the mother
D) Helping the family to arrange the funeral and burial plans

Answer 1

Answer: B

The mother and family of the dead son are very likely going to face feelings of guilt for not having been with the son when he died. The nurse plans care for the family and does not obtain a consult unless grief becomes unhealthy. The nurse does not help the family make funeral or burial plans. There is no evidence that the mother or family is experiencing complicated grief at this time.