Which of the Following Statements Is an Example of the Open

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is an example of the open awareness context of family interactions in response to a life-threatening illness?

A) Death is acknowledged and discussed.
B) Both the patient and others act as if the patient will recover.
C) A dying person tests family members in order to elicit information.
D) Not telling the terminally ill patient that he or she is likely to die but being open with the staff.