The nurse cares for a client whose husband of 50 years died a year ago. A behavior that indicates the client has reached the reorganization phase of grief is when she:
A) Joins a book club to get out of the house and meet new people
B) Expresses no emotions regarding the loss of her husband
C) Begins crying on a daily basis
D) Experiences panic attacks regularly
Ans: A
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In the reorganization or resolution phase of grief, coping strategies and positive outlooks emerge, such as joining a book club. A final resolution phase leads to acceptance of the loss. The widow or widower may return to prior levels of functioning. In the numb shock phase of grief, the widow or widower cannot believe the spouse's death occurred. This phase is marked by shock, emotional dullness, and restless behavior that may include stupor and withdrawal. One wants to protect oneself from the feeling of loss. In the emotional turmoil or depression phase of grief, alarm or panic-type reactions occur. Emotional expression may include crying, low mood, sleep disturbance, and anorexia. Anger, guilt, or longing for the deceased may take place. The widow or widower may also become preoccupied with the meaning of the loss.
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