According to Saunders, the First Stage of the Grief Process

question 95

Multiple Choice

According to Saunders, the first stage of the grief process associated with dying is:

• A) shock.
• B) denial.
• C) awareness of loss.
• D) withdrawal.

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Definitions:

Lethality of Suicide Plan

An assessment of the potential danger or effectiveness of a suicide plan in causing death.

Immediate Intervention

The process of providing urgent support or treatment to address a specific need or crisis situation.

Risk for Completing Suicide

The likelihood that an individual will attempt to end their own life.

Terminal Cancer

Advanced stage cancer which has no cure and is expected to lead to the death of the patient.