The mother of a dying child is seen sitting in the lounge, quietly crying and saying "I don't know what I am going to do without her." The nurse realizes that which of the following is occurring with the mother?

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Allowing and helping parents to express their grief in an anticipatory rather than reactive manner assists them in accepting the death and shortens the bereavement time following it. Means of assisting parents with anticipatory grieving include allowing them to openly express their feelings, fears, and concerns. The mother is not demonstrating effective coping, an exaggerated response, or inappropriate drama.

The Mother of a Dying Child Is Seen Sitting in the Lounge