The Sequence of 5 Stages of Responses to Dying, According

question 43

Multiple Choice

The sequence of 5 stages of responses to dying, according to Kübler -Ross's theory, is _______.

• A) anger, denial, depression, bargaining, acceptance
• B) anger, denial, bargaining, depression, acceptance
• C) denial, anger, bargaining, depression, acceptance
• D) denial, anger, depression, bargaining, acceptance

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Definitions:

Congruence

Refers to the alignment or agreement between one’s internal feelings and external expressions, often highlighted in therapeutic relationships.

Spontaneity

The quality of being spontaneous; acting on impulse or without premeditation.

Supporting Nonverbal Behaviors

Nonverbal actions or gestures that reinforce verbal communication and show empathy or understanding towards others.

Empathic Responding

The act of responding to another's emotional state by understanding, feeling, and communicating that understanding back to them.