NREMT Advanced EMT

Category - Medical Knowledge

What stage of the grieving process is a patient displaying when they refuse to acknowledge their condition or situation?
  1. Anger
  2. Denial
  3. Depression
  4. Acceptance
Explanation
Answer - B - A patient that refuses to acknowledge their condition or situation is displaying the denial stage of the grieving process. This defense mechanism can last a longtime while the patient learns to accept the outcome.
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