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Which of the following is an expected reaction from a client who has just been told by the physician that his tumor is malignant and has metastasis in to several organs?

  • A. Crying uncontrollably
  • B. Criticizing medical care
  • C. Refusing to visit visitors
  • D. Asking for additional medical consultations
Correct Answer: A

Rationale: A malignant, metastatic diagnosis often triggers grief's depression stage (Kübler-Ross), with crying as a natural emotional release. Criticism, withdrawal, or seeking consultations may reflect denial or bargaining, less immediate than sorrow. Nurses expect and support this reaction, offering empathy and presence, facilitating coping as patients process a life-altering prognosis, critical for emotional care.