The Husband of a Terminally Ill Patient Is Concerned That

The husband of a terminally ill patient is concerned that his 15-year-old daughter is angry with him that his wife is going to die. Which of the following should the nurse do to support the spouse?

A) Tell him that the child will soon get over the death of the parent and things will be back to normal
B) Encourage him to leave the child alone
C) Remind him that children that age act unreasonably and getting upset will not help
D) Explain that anger is a natural emotion at 15 and that the daughter needs to be reminded that one parent is still there to support and help her