A nurse is evaluating the effect of a support group on a client who is experiencing prolonged grieving. Which of the following statements by the client indicates the support group is effective?

A. "I still can't believe this happened to me.": Disbelief is a normal part of the early stages of grief, but it does not necessarily reflect improvement. The client may still be in the shock phase and struggling to accept the reality of the loss. B. "I haven't been to our favorite restaurant since my partner died.": Avoiding places tied to the lost loved one doesn't indicate significant progress. The client may still be avoiding situations that trigger painful memories, preventing emotional healing. C. "I haven't been feeling angry all the time.": This indicates positive progress in the grieving process. A decrease in persistent anger suggests the client is gaining better emotional control and adapting to the loss. It's a sign of emotional healing and adjustment. D. "I don't know what to do with myself.": A sense of confusion and loss of purpose is common in prolonged grieving, but it does not show progress. The client may still be in the early stages of grief, struggling to adapt to life after the loss.