Which of the Following Statements About Helping a Loved One

question 101

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about helping a loved one die a "good death" is true?

• A) It is best to talk about the past and avoid discussing the impending death.
• B) Loved ones should remember that the dying person needs time alone.
• C) It is best to be candid about death's certainty.
• D) Loved ones should conceal or minimize their own grief.

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Definitions:

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