Which emotional response would be expected from a family who is coping with an aging loved one's diminishing abilities and increased care needs? (Select all that apply.)
a. Grief
b. Anger
c. Frustration
d. Loss
e. Resentment
ANS: A, B, C, D
As the family witnesses the decline of a loved one and attempts to respond to the increasing care needs, the emotional responses are varied and changing. The responses include grief, anger, frustration, loss, and confusion.
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