Question 1

In Japan,high-rise cemeteries exist because

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Japan is a densely populated country with limited land resources. As a result, burial space is at a premium, and high-rise cemeteries have been developed to provide enough space for the deceased. These cemeteries feature rows of stacked tombs or vaults, often reaching several stories high.

Question 2

An alternative way of defining a good death has been offered by Stu Farber and his colleagues.They propose the term ________ death and define it as a nonjudgmental relationship emphasizing the mutuality of caregivers and patients.

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Question 3

In ancient Greece,it was considered exceptional luck to die

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Question 4

Herman Feifel is quoted as saying that the death awareness movement has

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Herman Feifel believed that the death awareness movement helped humanize medical relationships and health care.

Question 5

In considering the personal value derived from thinking about and exploring the meaning of death,one engages both mental faculties and

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Question 6

What is the term used for individuals who live beyond 100 years?

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The term used for individuals who live beyond 100 years is "centenarians."

Question 7

Natural,expected,honorable,and rueful are among the "criteria for a good death" suggested by

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Question 8

In contemplating death in the future,which of the following is likely to demand the greatest attention from individuals and societies?

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The older population is likely to demand the greatest attention as the number of older people is increasing worldwide due to improved healthcare and living conditions. This will lead to a higher demand for end-of-life care, facilities and services, and will also have significant social and economic impacts. Additionally, the older population is also more vulnerable to COVID-19 and other diseases, further emphasizing the need for attention and resources towards this demographic.

Question 9

In considering various ways of defining a "good death," which of the following statements about ancient Greece is true?

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In ancient Greece, dying at a young age was considered exceptional luck, as it meant the person had not yet experienced the hardships of old age and declining physical and mental faculties. In our society, however, dying at a young age is generally seen as a tragedy.

Question 10

There are signs that the circumstances surrounding death are being brought back into the personal control of the

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The use of advance directives, hospice care, palliative care, and home-based care has given back control to individuals and families in managing end-of-life circumstances. Physicians play a supportive role in this process, but the ultimate decision-making power lies with the individuals and families.

Question 11

The premise of Kit Reed's story,Golden Acres,is that

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The story is primarily focused on the overcrowding of elderly people in a retirement community called Golden Acres, which leads to difficult life-or-death decisions. The story does not necessarily promote any particular lifestyle for elderly people or advocate for natural deaths in familiar surroundings.

Question 12

Which of the following are included in the concept of an appropriate death?
1)Minimal pain and suffering
2)Respecting one's preferences
3)Resolving conflicts
4)Long productive life

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An appropriate death often involves minimizing pain and suffering, respecting the individual's preferences, and resolving any conflicts that may arise. However, it does not necessarily require a long productive life, as quality of life is often just as important as quantity. Therefore, options B, C, and D are not fully accurate.

Question 13

What is a potential downside of humanizing death and dying?

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Humanizing death and dying may lead to the devaluation of death, as it becomes seen as a natural and inevitable part of life instead of something to be feared or fought against. This could potentially lead to less emphasis being placed on efforts to prolong life, such as medical interventions, and could also affect the way society views the value of life itself.

Question 14

One component of a "good death" is the affirmation of the whole person.This involves

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Affirming the whole person means recognizing and valuing the person's life and not just focusing on their illness or disease. This involves seeing the person in the context of their life, including their relationships, values, and beliefs. Empowering the dying person and having the family present are also important components of a good death, but they do not directly address the affirmation of the whole person. Publication of a comprehensive obituary or life-review may be important to some individuals, but it is not a necessary component of a good death.

Question 15

Which of the following is an example of a specialized support and advocacy group?

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Parents of Murdered Children is a specialized support and advocacy group that offers emotional support and resources to parents who have lost children to violence. The other options, The Mortal Kings, Sibs in Sync, and Will-Lee's Dream, do not appear to be actual support and advocacy groups.

Question 16

According to Avery Weisman,what is the first step required in order to achieve an appropriate death?

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Avery Weisman suggests that the first step to achieving an appropriate death is to rid ourselves of the notion that death is never appropriate. This involves accepting death as a natural and inevitable part of life, which is essential for addressing and preparing for our own mortality in a healthy and constructive manner.

Question 17

Poet Gary Snyder has called attention to the loss of a

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Gary Snyder is known for his environmental activism and advocacy for the preservation of nature. In many of his works, he has called attention to the loss of various species due to human activities such as habitat destruction, pollution, and climate change.

Question 18

In commenting on the messages of care for the dying promoted by Elisabeth Kübler-Ross,Dame Cicely Saunders,and Mother Teresa of Calcutta,Robert Fulton and Greg Owen remark that this message is also about

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The messages of care for the dying promoted by these individuals incorporate essential religious and spiritual values that extend beyond the immediate goal of care for the dying. While financial and economic imbalances, expanding medical services, and caring for the bereaved may be important considerations, they are not the primary focus of the messages of these individuals.

Question 19

According to Robert Kastenbaum,which of the following constitutes the good death?
1)It affirms significant personal relationships.
2)It is transfiguring and enacts the highest values.
3)It finally ends the long,contemplative journey.
4)It is coherent and the final phase of a good life.

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According to Robert Kastenbaum, a good death should affirm significant personal relationships, be transfiguring and enact the highest values, and be coherent and the final phase of a good life. While the end of the long, contemplative journey is also mentioned, it is not included in the three main components of a good death. Therefore, options A and D are not correct. Option B includes the transfiguring and coherent aspects, but omits the importance of affirming personal relationships. Therefore, the best choice is option C.

Question 20

Edwin Shneidman suggests that the good death focuses not just on the person's dying,but also on the

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Quiz 15: The Path Ahead: Personal and Social Choices