Edward Has Just Been Diagnosed with an Advanced Stage of Cancer

question 24

Multiple Choice

Edward has just been diagnosed with an advanced stage of cancer. If Edward is in the first stage of dying as suggested by Kübler-Ross, which of the following is likely to be his reaction to his diagnosis?

• A) He is likely to be in a state of depression.
• B) He is likely to have come to terms with his diagnosis.
• C) He is likely to blame his physician for not doing enough to cure him.
• D) He is likely to dismiss his diagnosis as a mistake.

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Definitions:

Conditions

Various states of health or disease, or the overall circumstances affecting the body or mind.

Diabetes

A chronic condition characterized by high levels of sugar in the blood, resulting from the body's inability to produce sufficient insulin or to use insulin effectively.

Depression

A mental health disorder characterized by persistently low mood, loss of interest in activities, and reduced ability to experience pleasure.

Migraines

A neurological condition characterized by intense, debilitating headaches often accompanied by other symptoms such as nausea and light sensitivity.