A 65-year-old adult who recently lost his spouse is admitted to the hospital after a failed suicide attempt.He presents with a sad affect and is reluctant to interact within the milieu.The nursing diagnosis with priority is:
A) Ineffective coping related to recent loss.
B) Hopelessness related to death of spouse.
C) Risk for loneliness related to loss of spouse.
D) Risk for self-directed violence related to depression.
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