A client has experienced the death of a close family member and at the same time becomes unemployed.This situation has resulted in a 6-month score of 110 on the Recent Life Changes Questionnaire.How should the nurse evaluate this client data?
A) The client is experiencing severe distress and is at risk for physical and psychological illness.
B) A score of 110 on the Miller and Rahe Recent Life Changes Questionnaire indicates no significant threat of stress-related illness.
C) Susceptibility to stress-related physical or psychological illness cannot be estimated without knowledge of coping resources and available supports.
D) The client may view these losses as challenges and perceive them as opportunities.
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