A client with a hemiplegia prays for God to help him recover and states that he will go to church every day if he just recovers. What state of the grief reaction is this client experiencing?
A) Defense, shock, and denial
B) Anger
C) Bargaining
D) Depression
C
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During adjustment to a long-term physical or mental challenge, a person usually experiences grief reactions similar to those experienced when dealing with any loss, including end-of-life issues. In the bargaining stage, many people try to bargain with God or make deals. "I will be a better person if I can just recover."
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