An adult who was widowed 18 months ago says, "I can now remember good times we shared without getting upset. Sometimes I even think about the disappointments. I've become accustomed to sleeping in our bed alone." The work of mourning:
a. is beginning.
b. is progressing abnormally.
c. is at or near completion.
d. has not begun.
ANS: C
The work of mourning has been successfully completed when the bereaved can remember both the positive and negative memories about the deceased and when the task of restructuring the relationship with the deceased is completed.
You might also like to view...
A nurse attends an interdisciplinary team meeting regarding a newly admitted client. Which of the following individuals are typically included as members of the interdisciplinary treatment team in psychiatry? (Select all that apply.)
1. Respiratory therapist and psychiatrist 2. Occupational therapist and psychologist 3. Recreational therapist and art therapist. 4. Social worker and hospital volunteer 5. Mental health technician and chaplain
What would be a reason why a person with sickle cell disease does not receive adequate care and pain control during a crisis?
A. There may be subtle racism exhibited toward those with sickle cell disease. B. Physicians are not familiar with the trajectory of a pain crisis. C. The person isn't aware that appropriate care for a pain crisis exists. D. The person may not explain their symptoms appropriately.
Which of the following steps should the nurse take first when triaging a victim of a disaster?
a. Assess mental status b. Assess perfusion c. Assess respirations d. Assess blood pressure
When teaching family members to care for the patient with dementia, the nurse must be sure that they understand two important concepts, which are that the patient usually:
1. forgets things relatively quickly and is usually unable to learn new things. 2. can remember new tasks but will forget any previously taught tasks. 3. cannot learn new information but will probably remember anything you ask about the past. 4. responds well to reality orientation and needs to have a flexible schedule.