The Nurse Is Preparing to Assess a Client Whose Spouse

question 24

Multiple Choice

The nurse is preparing to assess a client whose spouse died several weeks ago. Which of the following symptoms is the nurse most likely to observe in the client as part of the classic grief response? Select all that apply.

• A)Weight loss
• B)Frequent headaches
• C)Difficulty sleeping
• D)Excessive energy
• E)Increased appetite

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Definitions:

Granite

Granite is a coarse-grained igneous rock comprised mainly of quartz, feldspar, and mica, known for its strength and widely used in construction and monuments.

Surface Area

The total area that the surface of an object occupies.

Fractured

Broken or cracked, often referring to rocks or geological features that have been subjected to stress leading to breakage.

Exposed Rock

Areas where bedrock is visible at the Earth’s surface, not covered by soil, vegetation, or water.