After a patient has died, the nurse prepares the body for the family to view at bedside. While viewing the deceased family member, the spouse begins to scream and cry and says she's going to faint. The nurse should
A) encourage the behavior so her grieving will be lessened.
B) compassionately confront the spouse and take her to a quiet area to sit down.
C) instruct another family member to comfort her quietly.
D) leave the room and contact the clergy or social worker.
B
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