hard · NCLEX-RN psychosocial
The nurse in the outpatient clinic assesses a client who recently lost a child in a motor vehicle accident. Which responses by the nurse demonstrate therapeutic communication for a client experiencing acute grief? Select all that apply.
- Stating, "I know exactly how you feel because I also lost a loved one last year."
- Telling the client, "At least you have other children who need you to be strong right now."
- Sharing, "Everything will be fine once enough time has passed."
- Using silence while the client looks at a photograph of the child.
- Asking the client, "What can I do to support your cultural rituals at this time?"
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