Nursing Care for a Patient Experiencing Grief

Very Easy Coping And Adaptation Grief And Loss

A nurse is caring for a patient who has recently lost a close family member. The patient expresses feelings of sadness and difficulty coping with the loss. In assessing the patient's emotional state, which of the following responses should the nurse prioritize in assisting the patient with their grief?

Encourage the patient to focus on positive memories.

Suggest the patient should move on and not dwell on the loss.

Allow the patient to express their feelings and listen attentively.

Advise the patient to stay busy to avoid thinking about the loss.

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