The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Who Has Just

question 10

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a client who has just died due to an intentional drug overdose. The client's partner is still in the room but is dry-eyed and exhibiting somber behavior. The nurse should recognize that the partner's behavior is most likely related to which of the following factors?

• A)The partner is waiting to grieve until the client's family can join him.
• B)The partner is seeking support from staff members on the unit.
• C)The partner anticipates that others will find the client's actions socially unacceptable.
• D)The partner is concerned that others may view him as weak if he shows too much emotion.

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Definitions:

Divisible

Capable of being divided or separated into distinct parts without losing its inherent nature or functionality.

Promissory Estoppel

A legal principle preventing a party from withdrawing a promise if the other party reasonably relied on that promise and acted upon it to their detriment.

Part Performance

A legal doctrine that allows a court to enforce an otherwise unenforceable contract based on a party's partial completion of the contract terms.

Statute of Frauds

A law requiring certain types of contracts to be in writing and signed to be enforceable.