Chapter 15, Problem 13AYB

Summary Introduction

To determine: If Person X has fear of dying in an institution or hospital.

Introduction:

It is to be assessed if Person X is afraid of death. Dying and death refers to the end stage of the life of a human being. Under this stage, the brain will die or there will be cessation of vital functions.

Dying is an emotional process that includes denial, anger, depression, bargaining, and acceptance. When the brain is dead, there will be a loss of that particular person. This leads to grief of others in connection with them.