Chapter 18 Discusses the Importance of Accepting Impending Death

question 4

Essay

Chapter 18 discusses the importance of accepting impending death. However, many people in our society believe it is important to "stay positive" and "never give up hope" because "miracles do happen." What are your feelings about each of these approaches to dying? As a health care professional, how might these feelings influence your interactions with dying patients or their families?

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