When You Are Visiting a Dying Person and He or She

question 8

Multiple Choice

When you are visiting a dying person and he or she starts talking about dying, how should you best respond?

• A)Tell them this is uncomfortable for you.
• B)Feel honored that the person has chosen to share these intimate thoughts with you.
• C)Gradually attempt to change the subject.
• D)Tell the person what you think and feel about the prospect of your own dying.
• E)Ask the person if he or she is feeling depressed.

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Definitions:

Mood Disorders

A category of mental health disorders characterized by significant and persistent disturbances in a person's mood, leading to emotional distress and impairment in daily functioning.

Mania

A mental state characterized by excessive excitement, energy, euphoria, or irritability, often a symptom of bipolar disorder.

Neurotransmitter

Chemical substances in the nervous system that transmit signals across a synapse from one neuron to another, influencing a wide range of bodily functions and behavior.

Norepinephrine

Norepinephrine is a neurotransmitter and hormone involved in arousal and the fight-or-flight response, affecting attention and responding actions.