A Study of 249 Widows and 101 Widowers Concluded That

question 13

Multiple Choice

A study of 249 widows and 101 widowers concluded that in comparison with those who were still uninvolved with someone new,those who were either in a new romance or remarried 25 months after the spouse's death were:

• A)emotionally healthier.
• B)less healthy emotionally.
• C)less healthy physically.
• D)physically healthier.

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Definitions:

Cellophane Tape

A thin, transparent adhesive tape made from cellulose, commonly used for sealing, binding, and minor repairs.

Paralytic Ileus

A temporary paralysis of a segment of the intestines that halts the movement of materials through the bowel, often occurring after abdominal surgery.

Bowel Sounds

Noises made by the movement of the intestines as they push food through the digestive system, considered a normal and healthy sign during physical examination.

Enema

A medical procedure involving the introduction of liquid into the rectum for clearing the bowel, administering medication, or diagnostic purposes.