Question 1

Mary was diagnosed with a terminal illness three months ago.She has prayed, asking God to be spared in exchange for her attending church and helping those in need.According to Kübler-Ross (1969), what stage of dying was Mary demonstrating?

Accepted Answer

Mary is demonstrating the bargaining stage of dying, as she is making a deal with God to spare her in exchange for attending church and helping those in need.

Question 2

Who said "We use euphemisms, we make the dead look as if they were asleep…"?

Accepted Answer

This quote is attributed to Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, a Swiss-American psychiatrist and author known for her pioneering work in the field of hospice care and the five stages of grief.

Question 3

Joseph is in what Kübler-Ross (1969) would call the "bargaining" stage.Which of the following did Joseph just say?

Accepted Answer

The bargaining stage is characterized by a desire to postpone or delay death in exchange for something else (bargaining with a higher power, making deals or promises). Option D reflects this desire to bargain by stating that Joseph will "help the poor at my church if I can live longer."

Question 4

Which of the following best represents the occurrence of whole-brain death?

Accepted Answer

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Question 5

North American culture tends to deny the existence of death.Which of the following is NOT an example of that denial, according to Kübler-Ross (1969)?

Accepted Answer

Kübler-Ross (1969) discusses how North American culture often denies death through euphemisms, body preparation, and shielding children. However, the commercialization of funerals is more about economic aspects rather than denial of death.

Question 6

After hearing about her friend's death in a car accident, Lily continued to phone and email her friend.According to Kübler-Ross, Lily's behaviour is an example of what stage?

Accepted Answer

Lily's behavior is an example of the denial stage, which is characterized by the individual attempting to deny or avoid the reality of the situation. By continuing to phone and email her friend, Lily is struggling to come to terms with the loss and is exhibiting denial.

Question 7

Peter was hospitalized for a week with a severe case of pneumonia.As he was surrounded by his loved ones, he lovingly said his goodbyes.According to Kübler-Ross (1969), what stage of dying is Peter demonstrating?

Accepted Answer

Peter is demonstrating the acceptance stage of dying, as he is coming to terms with his impending death and expressing his goodbyes to his loved ones.

Question 8

A few weeks after Wayne received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, he began breaking things in his office and raging at fate.According to Kübler-Ross (1969), what stage of dying was Wayne demonstrating?

Accepted Answer

Wayne's behavior of breaking things and raging at fate is characteristic of the anger stage in Kübler-Ross' model of dying.

Question 9

Mark was riding his bike to work when he was hit by a truck.After an EEG was conducted at the hospital, the doctor declared that Mark had experienced death of his brain stem.What does this mean?

Accepted Answer

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Question 10

Your grandparent is dying and you seek therapy from a local therapist who will help you to proceed through the stages of death developed by the work of Kübler-Ross (1969).Which of the following is NOT included in Kübler-Ross's stages of death?

Accepted Answer

Kübler-Ross's stages of death are denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. "Absence" is not a stage included in this model.

Question 11

Which of the following is defined as the irreversible cessation of breathing and circulation or the irreversible cessation of brain activity?

Accepted Answer

The legal definition of death in Canada is the irreversible cessation of breathing and circulation or the irreversible cessation of brain activity.

Question 12

Which of the following best describes people who are dying?

Accepted Answer

Many people who are dying report that their sense of life's meaning has deepened or shifted in some way as they confront the end of life. This is often seen as a way of finding meaning and a sense of closure as they face their mortality.

Answer: B
 This statement is not accurate. Dying is a natural part of the life cycle, and although it may be difficult to come to terms with, it is still considered a part of living.

Answer: C
 This statement is also not accurate. While some people may experience depression or sadness as they near the end of life, this is not a universal experience for all those who are dying.

Answer: D
 This statement is not related to the experience of dying itself but rather a practical consideration for those receiving medical care. It is possible that some people who are dying may need to seek out new medical providers for a variety of reasons, but this is not a defining characteristic of the dying process.

Question 13

Which of the following statements best represents the definition of death?

Accepted Answer

The definition of death differs from the definition of dying because dying is a process that leads to death, whereas death refers to the final state of an organism. Options A, B and D are incorrect as they do not accurately represent the definition of death.

Question 14

Martha is in what Kübler-Ross (1969) would call the "acceptance" stage.Which of the following did Martha just say?

Accepted Answer

The acceptance stage is characterized by a sense of peace and readiness to face death. Option C reflects this stage as Martha expresses her readiness to meet her maker, indicating her acceptance of her situation. Options A, B, and D are all reflective of other stages, such as denial, anger, and bargaining.

Question 15

Which of the following is death NOT considered to be?

Accepted Answer

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Question 16

Kübler-Ross's (1969) stages of dying apply best to which of the following people?

Accepted Answer

Kübler-Ross's stages of dying were developed based on her work with people who were diagnosed with terminal illnesses. Therefore, the stages would apply best to people in this situation.

Question 17

All of the following characterize death EXCEPT which one?

Accepted Answer

"Whole-brain death" refers to the absence of activity in the entire brain, including the brainstem, not just the cerebral cortex.

Question 18

Liz was in a car accident.She was taken to the hospital, where her cerebral cortex showed a flat EEG line.Which of the following did the doctor declare?

Accepted Answer

A flat EEG line indicates the absence of brain activity, which is necessary for survival. This is an indication of brain death. Therefore, the doctor most likely declared that Liz had brain death. Answer A is also true as whole-brain death and brain death are often used interchangeably in medical jargon. Answer B is not entirely accurate as a coma is a state of unconsciousness that is different from brain death. Answer D is likely not accurate as brain death usually indicates irreversible damage to the brain.

Question 19

Which of the following statements describes brain death?

Accepted Answer

Brain death is often used as the criterion for defining death. This means that if a person is declared brain dead, they are legally and medically considered dead, even if their heart is still beating and they may be on life support.

Question 20

Which of the following best exemplifies the "denial" stage identified by Kübler-Ross (1969)?

Accepted Answer

The denial stage involves refusing to accept or acknowledge the reality of the situation. In option B, the person is rejecting the diagnosis and suggesting it must be incorrect, which is a common form of denial. Options A and C involve questioning or bargaining with a higher power, and option D involves accepting the reality of the situation and preparing for it, which are not characteristic of the denial stage.

Quiz 19: Life's

Mary was diagnosed with a terminal illness three months ago.She has prayed, asking God to be spared in exchange for her attending church and helping those in need.According to Kübler-Ross (1969) , what stage of dying was Mary demonstrating?