An older adult man's wife of 40 years died 6 months ago and he has lost 15% of his body weight since her death. Last week he learned that he has lung cancer. He tells the nurse, This is it! I am going to join my wife" Which nursing problem has the highest priority? • A Deficit knowledge related to new lung cancer diagnosis. • B Hopelessnes related to recent losses. O C Risk for injury related to debilitated physical condition. O D Grieving related to wifes recent death.
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