An older client has just relocated from home to an assisted living facility.The nurse is concerned because the client has been withdrawn and is crying periodically throughout the day.What type of loss is this client demonstrating?
A)External objects
B)Familiar environment
C)Loved ones
D)Psychological

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The client is demonstrating loss of their familiar environment due to the relocation to the assisted living facility. This is a common experience for older adults who have to move from their homes to assisted living facilities, and can cause feelings of sadness, mourning, and withdrawal.

An Older Client Has Just Relocated from Home to an Assisted