The nurse determines that a client, after learning of the death of a close family member, is demonstrating normal signs of grief. What did the nurse assess in this client?
1. Crying.
2. Weakness.
3. Inability to sleep.
4. No appetite.
5. Inability to concentrate on conversations.
Correct Answer: 1,3,4,5
Rationale 1: Crying is considered a normal manifestation of grief.
Rationale 2: Weakness is not a normal manifestation of grief.
Rationale 3: Inability to sleep is considered a normal manifestation of grief.
Rationale 4: Loss of appetite is considered a normal manifestation of grief.
Rationale 5: Difficulty concentrating is considered a normal manifestation of grief.
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