The pediatric nurse understands that with a sudden catastrophic loss,family members can experience physical symptoms such as rapid respirations,agitation,nausea,and diarrhea.According to Epperson,which stage of grief are these individuals experiencing?
A) Anger
B) Denial
C) High anxiety
D) Remorse

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High anxiety is described by Epperson as a time of great stress,with many physical manifestations of emotional upheaval.A nursing assessment of the family member finds agitation,rapid respirations and increased heart rate,irritability,muscular tension,and fainting,along with digestive or bowel changes that may result in nausea and diarrhea.

The Pediatric Nurse Understands That with a Sudden Catastrophic Loss,family