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penguins

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on: Jul 19, 2018
A bereaved person experiences which one of the following during the reality stage of bereavement?
 
  a. emotional pain in response to the loss
  b. the shock of the event
  c. integration of the loss event into life experiences
  d. physiologic symptoms

Question 2

What are the MOST common initial responses to the sudden death of a loved one?
 
  a. despair and protest
  b. disorganization and confusion
  c. anger and hostility
  d. numbness and disbelief


ergserg

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Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A
Most of the emotional pain in response to the loss occurs during the reality stage. The individual consciously realizes the meaning of the loss to his or her life. Reactions may include anger, guilt, hurt, frustration, or fear.

Answer to Question 2

D
The initial response to the sudden death of a loved one is numbness and disbelief. This is the period of shock that lasts from days to a month or more.


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