MrsHarrison's Father Died a Week Ago

question 20

Multiple Choice

Mrs.Harrison's father died a week ago.Mr.Harrison is experiencing headaches and fatigue,and keeps shouting at his wife to turn down the television,although he has not done so in the past.Mrs.Harrison is having trouble sleeping and has no appetite.How should the nurse interpret these assessment findings as the basis for a follow-up assessment?

• A)Mrs.Harrison is grieving and Mr.Harrison is angry.
• B)Mrs.Harrison is ill and Mr.Harrison is grieving.
• C)Both Mr.and Mrs.Harrison likely are in denial.
• D)Both Mr.and Mrs.Harrison likely are grieving.

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