You Ask a Patient from Tunisia a Question and the Patient

question 39

Multiple Choice

You ask a patient from Tunisia a question and the patient responds,"yes N'sha'llah" ? The patient's response most likely implies which of the following?

• A) Maybe
• B) If God is willing
• C) If you pray for me
• D) If I live a good life

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Definitions:

Existential Concept

An idea related to existentialism, focusing on human freedom, choice, and the search for meaning in an inherently meaningless world.

Freedom

The power or right to act, speak, or think as one wants without hindrance or restraint.

Responsibility

The obligation to bear the consequences of one's actions, and the moral duty to act in accordance with expectations of the role or situation.

Irving Yalom

An American existential psychiatrist known for his work in group psychotherapy and existential psychotherapy.