When Helping Dying Persons Who Raise Questions That Are Spiritual

question 10

Multiple Choice

When helping dying persons who raise questions that are spiritual in nature, one should _________.

• A)provide answers to such questions for the individual
• B)ask for help from a priest, minister, or clergy person
• C)be present and listen actively
• D)describe one's own answers to the questions
• E)None of these

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Definitions:

Substantia Nigra

A brain structure located in the midbrain, crucial for movement control and implicated in disorders like Parkinson's disease.

Prefrontal Cortex

The front part of the frontal lobes of the brain, implicated in a variety of complex behaviors including planning, and deeply involved in personality development.

Amygdala

A small almond-shaped structure in the brain involved in processing emotions, particularly fear and pleasure.

Increased Dopamine Activation

A condition where there is a higher level of dopamine signal transmission in the brain, often associated with pleasure, motivation, and reward.