A nurse who provides bereavement counseling is working with the family of a child who recently died from cancer. Which of the following statements may be a common expression of grief and guilt by a family member?

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The statement made by the sister expresses feelings of guilt and responsibility for the death of the child. This is common in the grieving process, known as "magical thinking," in which individuals may believe that their thoughts or actions caused or prevented the death of a loved one. The other options express acceptance or preparation for death, but not necessarily feelings of guilt or blame.

A Nurse Who Provides Bereavement Counseling Is Working with the Family