A patient who is a recent widow states, "I wanted to ask him for a divorce and then he died." What should the nurse realize this patient is at risk for developing?
1. an accelerated grief reaction
2. a dysfunctional grief reaction
3. a typical grief reaction process
4. psychosomatic disorders
Correct Answer: 1
Factors that can interfere with a successful grieving reaction include ambivalent relationships prior to the loss. This statement does not necessarily indicate a dysfunctional grief reaction or the likelihood of a psychosomatic disorder. The patient's intentions may prevent a typical grief reaction.
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