Asked by Salomé Daraselia on Jul 04, 2024

verifed

Verified

A young widower who lost his wife in Afghanistan has worked through the first task of Worden's mourning theory.He asks you if he will ever feel able to move forward with his life.According to Worden's theory,what is your best response?

A) "You will never love anyone as much as your wife."
B) "Nobody will ever be able to take your wife's place."
C) "It takes time to adjust to this type of loss, typically at least a year."
D) "Some people are able to move forward faster by suppressing the pain."

Worden's Mourning

A theory outlining four tasks that people move through in the grieving process, aimed at helping individuals cope with loss.

Widower

A man who has lost his spouse through death and has not remarried.

Afghanistan

A landlocked country located in South Asia and Central Asia, known for its rich history, cultural diversity, and recent political and military conflicts.

  • Realize the impact of communicative dynamics among nurses, patients, and families on dealing with loss and promoting the process of grieving.
verifed

Verified Answer

MY
Miranda YoungJul 04, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Although the time needed varies from person to person,moving through Worden's tasks typically takes a minimum of 1 year.The other responses are not helpful to the patient.