A Store Clerk Was Killed During a Robbery 2 Weeks

question 5

Multiple Choice

A store clerk was killed during a robbery 2 weeks ago. His widow, who has a long history of schizoaffective disorder, cries spontaneously when talking about his death. Select the nurse's most therapeutic response.

• A) "Are you taking your medications the way they are prescribed?"
• B) "This loss is harder to accept because of your mental illness. Do you think you should be hospitalized?"
• C) "I'm worried about how much you are crying. Your grief over your husband's death has gone on too long."
• D) "The unexpected death of your husband is very painful. I'm glad you are able to talk about your feelings."

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