The tests show that Eric's illness is terminal and for the first time, his doctor lets him know that there is no effective treatment that can cure him. His first response is likely to be __________ according to Kubler-Ross.
A) anger.
B) bargaining.
C) acceptance.
D) depression.
E) denial.

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According to the Kubler-Ross model, the first stage of grief is denial. When faced with a terminal illness diagnosis, a common initial reaction is disbelief or denial of the reality of the situation.

The Tests Show That Eric's Illness Is Terminal and for the First