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A Patient Has Been Grieving the Loss of a Spouse

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A patient has been grieving the loss of a spouse and seems to be doing surprisingly well when a beloved pet dies.The patient demonstrates extreme signs of sadness and despair,saying,"I cannot possibly go on without Kitty." When working with the family,what does the nurse suggest?


A) Get the patient another cat.
B) Suggest the patient see the provider.
C) Refer the patient to a grief therapist.
D) Suggest they take the patient on a trip.

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