Normal Grief Response After Loss

Easy Coping And Adaptation Grief And Loss

A nurse is assessing a client who recently lost a spouse and is experiencing significant grief. The client expresses feelings of numbness and disbelief, stating, 'I can't believe they're gone. It feels like I'm in a dream.' Based on this information, which of the following grief responses might the nurse identify as normal?

The client is withdrawing from social interactions completely.

The client expresses feelings of anger towards their deceased spouse.

The client states that they are preparing to move on as if nothing has happened.

The client expresses feelings of numbness and disbelief.

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