Question

1. read the following scenario. then, choose the best answer.

joanna had been feeling poorly for weeks. it was hard to define. she would get a stomachache at any time during the day or night, even if she had not eaten. her mother believed that she might have an ulcer or perhaps an irritable bowel. joannas father was of the opinion that it might just be nerves, since joanna had always been high strung and had recently gotten a new boyfriend. finally, joanna went to see the family doctor. he suspected something very different, but he wanted to determine the exact cause. he referred joannas case to a specialist - an internist whose job was to determine the cause of health irregularities. the internist ordered a series of tests, because she, too, suspected an organic problem. joanna stayed in the hospital for two nights and two days while the tests were being run. this morning, the tests confirmed what the internist had feared. joanna had ovarian cancer, specifically, she had two epithelial tumors. the family doctor came to the hospital to meet with joanna and her parents. how will the doctors handle talking to joanna and her parents about this situation?
it is vital that the language used in this situation be _____.
○ accurate
○ medically correct
○ bold
○ sensitive

Explanation:

When delivering serious medical news like a cancer diagnosis, sensitivity is crucial. The family is likely in a vulnerable emotional state. While accuracy and medical correctness are important, sensitivity in communication helps in conveying the news in a way that respects the patient and family's emotions. Bold language could be harsh and unfeeling in this context.

Answer:

sensitive