A nurse identifies that a client is experiencing a situational crisis. Which of the following scenarios best describes this type of crisis?

A. An older adult with terminal cancer may experience a maturational or anticipated crisis rather than a situational one. B. A natural disaster is an example of an adventitious crisis, which is unexpected and often impacts many people. C. A community responding to an infectious disease is also an adventitious or collective crisis. D. A situational crisis results from a sudden change in life circumstances—such as relocation, job loss, or divorce—and can cause emotional distress and coping challenges.