A patient is recovering from a mild cerebral vascular accident (stroke)
The home care nurse notes that the patient is talking about updating a will and planning funeral arrangements. Which of the following responses is most appropriate for the nurse to make?
a. "You seem to be preoccupied with dying."
b. "Is there anything I can do to help you?"
c. "Are you worried about dying before you get your affairs in order?"
d. "Let's focus on how you are recovering rather than on your dying."
B
According to Peck's expansion of Erikson's theory, the older adult who has successfully achieved ego integrity and ego transcendence accepts death with a sense of satisfaction regarding the life led and without dwelling on its inevitability. The patient's action reflects a healthy transition and should be supported.
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