Which of the Following Is a True Statement About Loss,dying,and

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a true statement about loss,dying,and death for older adults?

• A) Men and women tend to respond similarly to the loss of a spouse.
• B) Visions on the part of a person who has lost a spouse are not normal grief reactions and should be regarded as signs of underlying defects.
• C) The grieving process is not rigidly structured.
• D) Bereaved persons regain their normal capability approximately 6 months after loss, and regressive behavior after that time should be discouraged.

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Definitions:

Somatic Nervous System

Part of the peripheral nervous system associated with voluntary control of body movements through the action of skeletal muscles.

Voluntary Activities

Acts performed by individuals out of free will, without coercion, often reflecting personal interests, values, or the desire to contribute to the community.

Motor Neurons

Nerve cells that initiate and control the movement of muscles by transmitting messages from the brain or spinal cord to the muscle fibers.

Sensory Neurons

Nerve cells responsible for converting external stimuli from the organism's environment into internal electrical impulses.