When Caring for a Bereaved Family Member, the Nurse Should

question 39

Multiple Choice

When caring for a bereaved family member, the nurse should avoid which inappropriate action?

• A) Offer privacy and a listening ear to the family before speaking.
• B) Avoid technical, hospital, or medical terminology when explaining conditions or treatments.
• C) Offer clichés, such as "she lived a good life," to make the family feel better.
• D) Use direct eye contact and offer comfort by touching.

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Definitions:

Affiliation

A psychological and social process regarding the connection, association, or relationship between individuals or groups.

Be With Other People

The act of spending time in the company of others to engage in social activities, communication, or for the purpose of establishing relationships.

Belong

The innate human need to be an accepted member of a group, whether it's family, friends, or a larger social context.

Affiliation Motive

The innate need to form and maintain interpersonal relationships and feel connected to others.