Although the family of a newly widowed older adult patient lives several hours away,they are interested in providing appropriate support.The nurse suggests it would be most helpful if they would:

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Loneliness and problems associated with the tasks of daily living are two of the most common and difficult adjustments for older bereaved spouses.Calling daily will help alleviate the loneliness.Taking over responsibilities may take away the only thing the patient "has left." Learning to drive may be important,but the family should not encourage the patient to make a major life decision like moving now.Taking the patient on vacation is a nice idea,but this occurs yearly versus calling daily.

Although the Family of a Newly Widowed Older Adult Patient