A 61-year-old client whose two sons and daughter-in-law died in a nightclub fire says to the nurse, "We were going to retire early, but now we are the only ones who can care for our two grandchildren." Which response by the nurse would be therapeutic?
A. "I am sorry you've had so many losses."
B. "I lost my nephew in that nightclub fire, so I understand your sorrow."
C. "Your grandchildren sound as if they will give you a run for your money."
D. "Don't you just want to scream at someone when such bad things happen? Do you have to work to support your grandchildren?"
Ans: A. "I am sorry you've had so many losses."
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