Often, the Only Task That Matters in Being with Someone

question 40

Multiple Choice

Often, the only task that matters in being with someone who is dying is to

• A) offer food and drink.
• B) make gentle attempts to keep the person quiet and at rest.
• C) steer conversations away from the afterlife.
• D) sit still and listen.

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