The nurse is discussing an older adult's past marital history during the admission assessment.Which statement by the patient best indicates the ability to cope with emotional stressors?

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The statement "After my husband died, I managed to raise and educate our two children by myself" indicates that the patient was able to cope with the emotional stress of losing a spouse and manage the responsibilities of raising children on her own. This demonstrates resilience and adaptability, which are positive coping skills. The other options mention relying on others for support (B), simply getting by (C), or finding a new partner (D), which do not necessarily indicate strong coping skills.

The Nurse Is Discussing an Older Adult's Past Marital History