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captainjonesify

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In addressing psychological dimensions of coping with dying, it has often been said that There is no specific or universal right thing to say or do.. The implication of this is
 
  a. there is nothing to say or do
  b. sadness and anger are inappropriate responses when one is informed of a prognosis of impending death
 c. dying persons should not be permitted to project strong feelings onto helpers
  d. often the most helpful thing is simply to be present and listen
  e. we need to appreciate that strong feelings can be made to go away

Question 2

In psychological dimensions of caring for a dying person, the first priority would be to
 
  a. listen and respond to the dying person's anxieties
  b. provide for the dying person's basic bathing needs
  c. help the dying person to select fun activities for the day
  d. encourage the dying person to eat and drink
  e. perform activities of daily living



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Answer to Question 1

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Answer to Question 2

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