A Woman Whose Abusive Husband Was Killed in an Automobile

Multiple Choice

A woman whose abusive husband was killed in an automobile accident 3 years earlier continues to idealize him and repeatedly talks about their "wonderful relationship." Which outcome is most appropriate for the patient? Patient will:

A) Enlist the emotional support of both family and friends.
B) Keep a daily journal recording memories of time spent with her husband.
C) Read information on the affects of physical abuse and the support groups available to her.
D) Express both positive and negative feelings about her husband and their life together.