The mother of a preschool child dies suddenly of a ruptured cerebral aneurysm. What recommendation should the nurse make to the family regarding how to most therapeutically care for the child?
a. Take the child to the funeral even if he is frightened.
b. Notify the physician immediately if the child shows signs of regression.
c. Spend as much time as possible with the child.
d. Provide distraction whenever the child begins to express feelings of sadness.
ANS: C
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