Which stage of grieving is exhibited by the husband of a victim of sudden death who refuses to accept that she is dead?
A) Shock
B) Protest
C) Depression
D) Doubt
Ans: A
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In the shock and disbelief stage, the survivor either refuses to accept the loss or shows intellectual acceptance of the loss but denies the emotional impact.
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