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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through VII and VIII.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What comfort did the dentist find while facing his death?
(a) He knew researchers were close to a cure.
(b) His logistical details were taken care of.
(c) He would be with the Lord.
(d) His wife and family knew that he loved them.

2. What has caused us to de-personalize the dying process?
(a) The taboo of speaking openly about religion.
(b) The distance we put between the dying and ourselves.
(c) The strict visitation rules at hospitals.
(d) The high number of machines that are used to prolong life.

3. Why do most patients enter the third stage of grief?
(a) They want more control of their circumstances.
(b) They are afraid to let go of their anger.
(c) They want to believe there is a way to be released from their situation.
(d) They are attempting to postpone the inevitable.

4. What tends to be of great relief to terminal patients?
(a) Diligence.
(b) Honesty.
(c) Hope.
(d) Love.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the terminal patient interviewed in chapter VI?

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

3. What usually accompanies depression in the terminally ill patient?

4. What does Kubler-Ross observe about patients who get the chance to express themselves before death?

5. What is the fifth stage of grief?

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