Question

A nurse is assisting a client who has a terminal illness adjust to progressive loss of independence. Which of the following statements by the client indicates acceptance of her illness?

a. 'I'm angry that this is happening to me.'

b. 'I wish there were more treatment options available.'

c. 'I'll do whatever it takes to fight this illness.'

d. 'I want to make the most of the time I have left.'

Answer 1

Acceptance of a terminal illness is indicated by a willingness to make the most of the remaining time.

Step-by-step explanation:

Kübler-Ross (1969) proposed a five-stage model of grief to explain how individuals accept their own death in the face of a terminal illness. The stages are denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. Acceptance is the stage where a person adjusts to the idea of death and reaches a level of peace and understanding. In the given options, the statement 'I want to make the most of the time I have left' indicates acceptance of the illness, as it shows a willingness to embrace the remaining time and live life fully.