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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through V and VI.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many family members has the patient in chapter VI seen die in a short amount of time?
(a) 6.
(b) 2.
(c) 3.
(d) 4.

2. What is the name of the terminal patient interviewed in chapter VI?
(a) Mrs. H.
(b) Mr. H.
(c) Mr. D.
(d) Dr. D.

3. What does Kubler-Ross say is more important than fluids and pain medication for one who is dying?
(a) Patience, friendship, and support.
(b) Handling of legal logistics.
(c) A silent partner to see him or her through.
(d) Faith and hope for a cure.

4. How does Kubler-Ross say others should react to the denial of a terminal patient?
(a) They should ignore them until they are ready to face the facts.
(b) They should pretend to be in denial as well until they come around.
(c) They should be understanding and uncontradictory.
(d) They should try their hardest to get them to accept the truth.

5. What creates the greatest amount of stress for a terminal patient?
(a) Looking death in the face.
(b) Losing control of one's environment.
(c) Being a useless member of society.
(d) Feeling that they are abandoning loved ones.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Kubler-Ross say that we are really denying when we refuse to accept a terminal illness in someone we love?

2. How was the patient in chapter VI described by the medical staff?

3. Of what does Kubler-Ross think bargaining is a sign?

4. From whom does Kubler-Ross say we should never hide the truth of death?

5. What has caused us to fear a violent and catastrophic death, according to Kubler-Ross?

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