Shortly after a man's wife dies, the man approaches the nurse who cared for his wife during her final hours of life and says angrily, "If you had given your undivided attention, she would still be alive." Which analysis applies?

A) The husband will pursue legal action regarding the nurse's negligence.
B) Anger is a phenomenon experienced during grieving.
C) The husband had ambivalent feelings about his wife.
D) In some cultures, grief is expressed exclusively by anger.

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Stephany Lizarraga · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : B, Explanation :  Anger may protect the bereaved from facing the devastating reality of the loss. Anger expressed during mourning is not directed toward the nurse personally, although accusations and blame may make him or her feel as though it is. Legal action is not likely based on the scenario.

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