A nurses neighbor has just found out that her teenage child has died in a motor vehicle crash. The neighbor is crying inconsolably. Which of the following is an appropriate therapeutic nursing response
a. "I'm so sorry for your loss. Can I sit with you and offer some comfort?"
b. "It's important to give yourself permission to grieve. I'm here to support you in any way I can."
c. "Have you thought about seeking professional help to cope with your grief?"
d. "I understand your pain. It's normal to be overwhelmed with emotions in a situation like this."
