A nurse observes that a 38-year-old single father whose 11-year-old daughter is in the ICU is struggling to explain to his 6-year-old son the likelihood that the daughter will die
The young boy asks what will happen to his sister when she dies, but the father breaks down in tears and seems unable to respond. Which of the following would be the most appropriate intervention for the nurse to make?
A) Suggest that the father contact his pastor, rabbi, or other spiritual leader for counsel for him and his son
B) Sit down with the father and son and share her own religious beliefs
C) Ask the patient's doctor to explain to the father the odds of the daughter surviving
D) Leave the father and son to grieve alone
A
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