An important task of the health care professional who provides care to dying patients is to:
A) avoid discussing difficult or painful subjects.
B) act as if the patients are expected to recover.
C) be willing to listen to stories about their lives.
D) avoid bothering them by waiting until they initiate communication.

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Being willing to listen to stories about their lives is important because it shows that the health care professional values the patient as a person and may help the patient process their life experiences and find meaning in their illness. Avoiding difficult or painful subjects and acting as if the patient is expected to recover can hinder honest communication and lead to unmet needs and distress for the patient. Avoiding bothering the patient by waiting until they initiate communication may leave the patient feeling isolated and unsupported.

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