In the stage theory of the dying process proposed by Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, an individual who was in the denial stage would be most likely to say:
A)"There must be some terrible mistake."
B)"Why is this happening to me?"
C)"What can I do to stop this from happening?"
D)"I'm ready to die."

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In the denial stage, individuals often refuse to believe that they are dying and instead may believe that there has been a mistake or misdiagnosis. Choice A reflects this type of thinking. Choices B and C are more reflective of the bargaining stage, and choice D is reflective of acceptance, which is the final stage.

In the Stage Theory of the Dying Process Proposed by Elisabeth