During the initial acute distress phase of grieving,parents still must make unexpected and unwanted decisions about funeral arrangements and even naming the baby.The nurse's role should be to:
A)Take over as much as possible to relieve the pressure
B)Encourage grandparents to take over
C)Make sure the parents themselves approve the final decisions
D)Leave them alone to work things out

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The nurse is always the client's advocate.Nurses can offer support and guidance and leave room for the same from grandparents.In the end,however,nurses should let the parents make the final decisions.It is essential the nurse be able to present options regarding burial,autopsy,and so on in a sensitive and respectful manner.The nurse should assist the parents in any way possible;however,it is not the nurse's role to take over all arrangements.Grandparents are often called on to help make difficult decisions regarding funeral arrangements or disposition of the body because they have more life experience with taking care of these painful,yet required arrangements.Some well-meaning relatives try to take over all decision making.It is critical for the nurse to remember that the parents themselves should approve all of the final decisions.During this time of acute distress the nurse should be present to provide quiet support,answer questions,obtain information,and act as an advocate.

During the Initial Acute Distress Phase of Grieving,parents Still Must