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A nurse is caring for a client who recently lost their spouse. The client is experiencing sleep disturbances and loss of appetite. Which intervention is most appropriate for the nurse to implement first?
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Correct answer Acknowledge the client's feelings and allow them to express their grief.
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Encourage the client to engage in group therapy sessions.
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Recommend starting a new hobby to distract from the grief.
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Suggest the use of sleep medication to manage insomnia.
Rationale
The primary intervention when a client is experiencing grief is to acknowledge their feelings and provide them with a supportive environment to express their emotions. The other options, while potentially helpful, do not address the immediate need for emotional support and validation of the client's feelings. Group therapy, sleep medication, and new hobbies can be considered later in the grieving process.
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