Question 1

Few people, especially older adults, report a fear of death, which is best interpreted as people

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The answer of Few people, especially older adults, report a...

Question 2

Denial and isolation, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance are the stages by which one copes with

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The stages of denial and isolation, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance are commonly associated with how individuals cope with the process of dying or confronting the reality of death. These stages were first proposed by psychiatrist Elisabeth Kubler-Ross in her 1969 book "On Death and Dying" and have since been applied in various fields of healthcare and psychology.

Question 3

Elizabeth Kübler-Ross is known for her research in the area of

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Elizabeth Kübler-Ross is best known for her work on the stages of grief and coping with death and dying.

Question 4

A specialist in death and dying, or one who studies death, is referred to as a

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A thanatologist is a specialist who studies death and dying, while a bereavement counselor works with those who have experienced a loss, a gerontologist focuses on the aging process, and a mortalogist is not a recognized profession.

Question 5

With aging, there is a decline of _____ abilities, but not of _____ abilities.

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Aging is associated with a decline in fluid abilities, such as processing speed, working memory, and reasoning, which are linked to information processing and problem-solving. However, crystallized abilities, which are acquired knowledge and skills, such as vocabulary and general knowledge, tend to remain stable and can even improve with age. Therefore, option C, which suggests a decline in fluid abilities but not in crystallized abilities, is the best choice.

Question 6

According to Kübler-Ross, the most common order of emotional reactions in preparing for death is

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According to Kübler-Ross's five stages of grief model, the most common order of emotional reactions in preparing for death is denial and isolation, anger, bargaining, depression, and finally acceptance.

Question 7

Regarding death, which of the following statements is FALSE?

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Research has shown that younger people actually have more death fears than older people.

Question 8

The first emotional reaction to impending death is usually

Accepted Answer

According to the Kübler-Ross model of grief, the first emotional reaction to impending death is usually denial and isolation. This is when the individual is not ready to accept the reality of death and may try to distance themselves emotionally from loved ones. Anger, bargaining, and depression usually come at later stages of the grief process.

Question 9

The dying individual asks, "Why me?" in which emotional reaction?

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This question reflects the anger stage of the Kübler-Ross model, where individuals facing their mortality might express feelings of frustration and ask "Why me?" as a way of directing their anger towards their situation.

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT a typical response of people to their own impending death?

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The typical responses to impending death include denial (ignoring and avoiding information about death), anger and envy towards those who continue living, and bargaining with a higher power or themselves. Obsessive concern with one's own health and that of others is not commonly listed as a typical response to impending death, as the focus is often more on emotional and existential concerns rather than an increased focus on health for oneself and others.

Question 11

Anna would like to see one more Christmas before her terminal illness takes her life, and she will then "go" peacefully.Anna is exhibiting which reaction to impeding death?

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Anna is exhibiting bargaining behavior as she is trying to negotiate with life to see one more Christmas before her imminent death.

Question 12

Vocabulary and stored knowledge are examples of _____ abilities, while skills requiring speed and rapid learning are examples of _____ abilities.

Accepted Answer

Vocabulary and stored knowledge are examples of crystallized abilities, which refer to knowledge and skills that are acquired through experience and education. Skills requiring speed and rapid learning are examples of fluid abilities, which refer to the ability to problem solve and adapt to new situations.

Question 13

The fact that the vast majority of people do not directly fear their own death

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The answer of The fact that the vast majority of...

Question 14

Roger prays to God to let him live so he can become a missionary like he planned to become years ago.Roger is exhibiting which reaction to impending death?

Accepted Answer

Roger is bargaining with God, hoping to make a deal to extend his life so he can achieve his goal of becoming a missionary.

Question 15

A thanatologist studies

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A thanatologist is a specialist in the study of death and dying, specifically the psychological, social, and cultural aspects of death.

Question 16

Julie's friend Lynda is undergoing chemotherapy.While Julie is visiting Lynda at the hospital, Lynda screams at Julie to "leave the room and never come back." According to Kübler-Ross, Lynda's behavior toward Julie is part of which emotional reaction to death and dying?

Accepted Answer

Kübler-Ross identified five stages of grief, which include denial and isolation, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. Lynda's behavior toward Julie indicates anger, which is one of the stages of grief.

Question 17

When Dave was told by his doctor that he was in the advanced stages of cancer, Dave immediately questioned the report and sought a second opinion from another doctor.Dave is exhibiting which reaction to impending death?

Accepted Answer

Dave's immediate questioning and seeking of a second opinion show that he is in denial of his impending death.

Question 18

While Felix is in the hospital receiving chemotherapy, he berates the nurses for being too slow and berates his doctors for not "doing enough for me to stop the cancer." Felix is exhibiting which reaction to impeding death?

Accepted Answer

Felix's behavior of berating the nurses and doctors suggests anger, which is a common reaction to impeding death.

Question 19

Simon is in his 50s and is completing a test that involves an assessment of vocabulary as well as a timed test that requires Simon to put block designs together.If we compare Simon's scores on these two tests to these same tests taken by Simon when he was 20, we would expect

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Vocabulary tends to improve or remain stable with age due to accumulated knowledge, while performance on tasks requiring speed and problem-solving, like block design, often declines with age.

Question 20

Regarding death, which of the following statements is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

Younger people often have more death fears than older persons, as older individuals may have come to terms with the concept of death over time.

Quiz 3: Extension C: Human Development

Few people, especially older adults, report a fear of death, which is best interpreted as people

Denial and isolation, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance are the stages by which one copes with

Elizabeth Kübler-Ross is known for her research in the area of

A specialist in death and dying, or one who studies death, is referred to as a

With aging, there is a decline of _ abilities, but not of _ abilities.

According to Kübler-Ross, the most common order of emotional reactions in preparing for death is

Regarding death, which of the following statements is FALSE?

The first emotional reaction to impending death is usually

The dying individual asks, "Why me?" in which emotional reaction?

Which of the following is NOT a typical response of people to their own impending death?

Anna would like to see one more Christmas before her terminal illness takes her life, and she will then "go" peacefully.Anna is exhibiting which reaction to impeding death?

Vocabulary and stored knowledge are examples of _ abilities, while skills requiring speed and rapid learning are examples of _ abilities.

The fact that the vast majority of people do not directly fear their own death

Roger prays to God to let him live so he can become a missionary like he planned to become years ago.Roger is exhibiting which reaction to impending death?

A thanatologist studies

Julie's friend Lynda is undergoing chemotherapy.While Julie is visiting Lynda at the hospital, Lynda screams at Julie to "leave the room and never come back." According to Kübler-Ross, Lynda's behavior toward Julie is part of which emotional reaction to death and dying?

When Dave was told by his doctor that he was in the advanced stages of cancer, Dave immediately questioned the report and sought a second opinion from another doctor.Dave is exhibiting which reaction to impending death?

While Felix is in the hospital receiving chemotherapy, he berates the nurses for being too slow and berates his doctors for not "doing enough for me to stop the cancer." Felix is exhibiting which reaction to impeding death?

Simon is in his 50s and is completing a test that involves an assessment of vocabulary as well as a timed test that requires Simon to put block designs together.If we compare Simon's scores on these two tests to these same tests taken by Simon when he was 20, we would expect

Regarding death, which of the following statements is FALSE?