Q. As a health psychologist, it is important to understand immediate responses to a chronic disease diagnosis because:
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(A)
the way a patient responds will dictate future treatment outcomes.
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(B)
it is best to wait for treatment interventions until after the patient has adjusted to the chronic aspect of the diagnosis.
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(C)
a patient\s coping efforts may fail and lead to an increasingly negative attitude and worsening health.
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(D)
patients need to be left alone until they indicate a willingness to accept their diagnosis.
✅ Correct Answer: (C)
a patient\s coping efforts may fail and lead to an increasingly negative attitude and worsening health.