A nurse is assessing a family whose patriarch died recently. Using Kübler-Ross's stages of grieving, what stages should the nurse assess for? (Select all that apply.)
A.
Bargaining
B.
Dealing
C.
Denial
D.
Remorse
E.
Shock
ANS: A, C
Kübler-Ross's stages of grieving include denial, anger, bargaining, and acceptance. Dealing is one of Rodebaugh's stages. Remorse is one of Epperson's stages. Shock is one of Harvey's phases.
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