The family of an older patient with a terminal illness has been aware of the patient's pending death and is present when the patient dies. The family's reaction to the patient's death was very emotional and demonstrated a state of disbelief
How should the nurse interpret this family's behavior? 1. Irrational behavior
2. Expression of anger
3. Maladaptive coping of the family
4. Normal shock when experiencing the loss of a loved one
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Rationale: Even if the family is expecting the death, the actual notification may be shocking to the family and needs to be handled gently and with empathy. This is not irrational behavior.
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