A Despondent Client Who Has Recently Lost Her Husband of 30

question 12

Multiple Choice

A despondent client who has recently lost her husband of 30 years tearfully states, "I'll feel a lot better if I sell my house and move away." Which nursing response is most appropriate?

• A) "I'm confident you know what's best for you."
• B) "This may not be the best time for you to make such an important decision."
• C) "Your children will be terribly disappointed."
• D) "Tell me why you want to make this change."

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