The nurse is doing a follow-up home visit to a family who lost their 3-month-old infant to SIDS 8 weeks ago. The mother answers the door in her nightgown, with hair uncombed
During the interview, the mother states: "I don't see the point of getting dressed each day." Which stage of grief will the nurse document based on the current data? 1. Recovery
2. Yearning, pining
3. Hostile
4. Disorganization
4
Explanation:
1. Recovery or acceptance is the stage when the person starts to reach out to others. This mother is not there.
2. In this stage of grief behavior, the mother would be making statements such as, "If only…" or "what if …."
3. The mother is not expressing any hostile feelings.
4. Disorganization or despair is a period of sadness and lethargy. Daily activities seem pointless during this stage.
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