During her aunt's wake, a 4-year-old child runs up to the casket before her mother can stop her. An appointment is made with a nurse practitioner when the child starts twisting and pulling out hair. Which nursing diagnosis should the nurse practitioner assign to this child?

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The child's behavior of twisting and pulling out hair suggests that they are struggling with coping with their grief. Therefore, the nursing diagnosis of "ineffective coping" is the most appropriate option.

During Her Aunt's Wake, a 4-Year-Old Child Runs Up to the Casket