Patient, After Being Told He Has Terminal Cancer, Says, "No

question 19

Multiple Choice

patient, after being told he has terminal cancer, says, "No, that must be someone else. The lab results must have gotten mixed up." This is an example of what stage of response to dying, according to Kübler-Ross's theory?

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

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Definitions:

Aggression

Behaviors or attitudes that may be directed towards others or oneself, embodying actions of anger, hostility, or violence.

Commitment

A state or quality of being dedicated to a cause, activity, or relationship, often implying a sense of obligation or responsibility.

Control

The ability to shape or control the actions of others and the direction of events.

Externals

People who perceive the ability to attain reinforcements as being largely outside themselves.