As a patient's prognosis worsens, interpersonal communications often deteriorate. The reasons for this breakdown are generally due to
A. long-term communication problems in the family.
B. indifference among medical staff members.
C. the belief that others do not want to talk about death.
D. the loss of optimism among family members.
Answer: C
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Regarding Wechsler's tests of intelligence, which of the following statements is FALSE?
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Research comparing the memories of men and women tend to find that
A. men recall more information than women. B. women recall more information than men. C. women recall more information about emotions, whereas men recall more nonemotional information. D. men recall more information about their relationships, whereas women recall more information about emotions.
A strategy to increase student motivation in high schools is widespread participation in
after-school athletic teams or clubs. quiet study hall for homework. individual projects assigned according to ability. a longer school day that includes more breaks.