A Patient Has Had Two Family Members Die During the Past

question 23

Multiple Choice

A patient has had two family members die during the past 2 days. Which coping strategy is $\bold{most}$ appropriate for the nurse to suggest to the patient?

• A) Writing in a journal
• B) Drinking alcohol to go to sleep
• C) Exercising vigorously rather than sleeping
• D) Avoiding talking with friends and family members

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Definitions:

Securely Attached

A type of attachment style characterized by confidence in the availability and responsiveness of close others, leading to healthy interpersonal relationships.

Merge Completely

To fully integrate or unify two or more entities into one, commonly used in the context of business mergers or the blending of ideas.

Agape

A Greco-Christian term referring to love that is unconditional and selfless, often seen as the highest form of love.

Altruistic

Demonstrating selfless concern for the well-being of others; often involving acts of kindness without expecting anything in return.