The nurse is working with an 83-year-old who was recently widowed. The client answers questions with one word, and offers very little information without prompting. The nurse should determine that the client:
1. Is still angry about the loss.
2. Is withdrawing.
3. Remains in shock.
4. Has accepted the loss.
Answer: 2
1. The client is not exhibiting acting out or aggressive behavior, and would not be considered in the angry stage.
2. The client is withdrawn and very likely depressed, requiring nursing intervention.
3. The withdrawn client is not still in shock or denial. The client has accepted the reality and is still working through the grief process.
4. The client who has accepted the loss also has plans for moving on with life, with engaging life. The withdrawn client is depressed.
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