The patient grieves the security of a solid supportive marriage after the spouse has an affair. Which type of loss was experienced by the patient?

Actual

Maturational

Perceived

Situational

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is C

A. Actual
Actual loss refers to something tangible (e.g., death, job loss).

B. Maturational
Occurs with life transitions (e.g., aging, retirement).

C. Perceived
The security of a relationship is intangible; the patient grieves something personally felt, even if not physically lost.

D. Situational
Typically sudden, unpredictable loss due to events (e.g., accident, disaster).

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Correct Answer is ["A","C"]

Explanation

A. The facial muscles relax
Relaxation of facial muscles suggests reduced discomfort.

B. The client draws his legs into a fetal position
This is often a pain or distress response.

C. The pulse is within the expected range
Normalization of vital signs indicates decreased stress or pain.

D. The respiratory rate increases
Increased respiratory rate may indicate pain or distress.

E. The patient makes a “grunting” sound when massaged
Vocalizations such as grunting can suggest discomfort, not relief.

A. Dependent personality disorder B. Obsessive personality disorder C. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) D. Histrionic personality disorder

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. Dependent personality disorder
This involves a pervasive fear of abandonment and need to be cared for, not trauma-related symptoms.

B. Obsessive personality disorder
This involves preoccupation with orderliness, perfectionism, and control, not trauma symptoms.

C. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Nightmares, intrusive thoughts, self-blame, and withdrawal from usual activities after a traumatic event are hallmark signs of ptsd.

D. Histrionic personality disorder
This disorder involves excessive emotionality and attention-seeking behavior, which is not the case here.

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