Different Aspects Of Nursing: Loss, Grief And Death Quiz

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Tasks that facilitate the passage from grief to closure. Select all that apply:

Accepting the reality of the loss Finding new ways to transition to a lifestyle of mourning. Experiencing the pain of grief Adjusting to an environment that no longer includes the lost person, object, or aspect of self. Removing emotional energy into new relationships

Correct Answer(s)
A. Accepting the reality of the loss
C. Experiencing the pain of grief
D. Adjusting to an environment that no longer includes the lost person, object, or aspect of self.
E. Removing emotional energy into new relationships

Explanation
p. 220

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"Sense of Presence." Select all that apply:

Individuals who have experienced a loss sometimes have a non-threatening comforting perception that the deceased is present.

Varies from general feelings of deceased's presence to having actual sensory experiences It is considered an abnormal form of mental and personality disorder.

Sometimes they manifest as dreams or conversations; sometimes, they involve senses and include vision, hallucinations, or the perception of voices, smells, or touch.

A sense of presence is thought to be a form of searching behavior, a means of consciously or unconsciously denying the reality of a loss.

Correct Answer(s)
A. Individuals who have experienced a loss sometimes have a non-threatening comforting perception that the deceased is present.
B. Varies from general feelings of deceased's presence to having actual sensory experiences
D. Sometimes they manifest as dreams or conversations; sometimes, they involve senses and include vision, hallucinations, or the perception of voices, smells, or touch.
E. A sense of presence is thought to be a form of searching behavior, a means of consciously or unconsciously denying the reality of a loss.

Explanation
p. 221

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"Grief Attacks." Select all that apply:

The involuntary and unexpected appearance of emotions and behaviors associated with grief Occurs in response to routine events and sometimes results in emotional outbursts Sometimes, it is triggered by the experiences shared with the deceased such as music or places. Sometimes, it is an unrelated event such as a death that took place in a movie. Grief attacks are consistent with the normal growth pattern of an individual

Correct Answer(s)
A. The involuntary and unexpected appearance of emotions and behaviors associated with grief
B. Occurs in response to routine events and sometimes results in emotional outbursts
C. Sometimes, it is triggered by the experiences shared with the deceased such as music or places.
D. Sometimes, it is an unrelated event such as a death that took place in a movie.

Explanation
p. 221

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A risk that nurses experience as a result of multiple losses in the course of work with a failure to adequately process them.

Grief overload Loss overload Bereavement overload Burnt out overload Correct Answer
C. Bereavement overload Explanation
p. 222

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The study of dying and death

Eschatology Pathophysiology Gerontology Thanatology Correct Answer
E. Thanatology Explanation
p. 222

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James went to a funeral for the third time this month. He is quite depressed that most of his friends are dying. He is also very much afraid of getting sick for a long period of time to the extent that he sees his doctor at least once a week and calls him up every other day. When talking with his brother, James expresses that when death comes, he will be free from pain, and he will meet his friends once more. What is Mr. James' age group? Select the best answer

45 to 65 years 18 to 45 years 12 to 18 years Correct Answer
B. 65 + years Explanation
p. 223

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Which of the following are descriptions of complicated grief? Select all that apply:

It is the same as "unresolved grief." It is also called "dysfunctional grieving." It is a delayed or exaggerated response to a perceived, actual, or potential loss. It is the direct opposite of simple grief.

Correct Answer(s)
A. It is the same as "unresolved grief."
B. It is also called "dysfunctional grieving."
C. It is a delayed or exaggerated response to a perceived, actual, or potential loss.

Explanation
p. 224

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When providing nursing care during the dying and grieving process, nursing interventions should target the following: Select all that apply.

Energy conservation Pain-reduction techniques Comfort measures Increase self-esteem through cosmetic improvements Promotion of sleep and rest

Correct Answer(s)
A. Energy conservation
B. Pain-reduction techniques
C. Comfort measures
E. Promotion of sleep and rest

Explanation
p. 224 - Increase self-esteem through body image acceptance

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When providing supportive care for the dying or grieving patient, which of the following assessments should be considered? Select all that apply:

Physical assessment Emotional assessment Intellectual assessment Sociocultural assessment Philosophical assessment

Correct Answer(s)
A. pHysical assessment
B. Emotional assessment
C. Intellectual assessment
D. Sociocultural assessment

Explanation
When providing supportive care for the dying or grieving patient, it is important to consider various assessments. A physical assessment is necessary to evaluate the patient's physical well-being and identify any symptoms or discomfort they may be experiencing. An emotional assessment is crucial to understand the patient's emotional state, such as their feelings of sadness, anger, or anxiety. An intellectual assessment helps to determine the patient's understanding of their condition and any concerns or questions they may have. Lastly, a sociocultural assessment is needed to consider the patient's social and cultural background, as this can influence their beliefs, values, and preferences for care.

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What are the roles of the LPN/LVN in the nursing process of Loss and Grief? Select all that apply:

Participate in planning care for patients based on patient needs Review patient's plan of care and recommend revisions as needed Review and follow defined prioritizations for patient care Use clinical pathways, care maps, or care plans to guide and review patient care. Participate with patient's religious and cultural practices to build rapport

Correct Answer(s)
A. Participate in planning care for patients based on patient needs
B. Review patient's plan of care and recommend revisions as needed
C. Review and follow defined prioritizations for patient care
D. Use clinical pathways, care maps, or care plans to guide and review patient care.

Explanation
p. 229

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Interpretation of a loss varies greatly with a person's cultural and ethnic backgrounds. The following are examples. Select all that apply:

In the Western tradition, the grieving process is usually personal and private with emotional restraint

Grief is expressed in a basic and universal expression across cultures and traditions

The Northern tradition of people belonging to the upper hemisphere of the globe is related to climate changes

In Eastern nations, respect for the dead is shown by loud wailing, and physical demonstration of grief for a specified period

Correct Answer(s)
A. In the Western tradition, the grieving process is usually personal and private with emotional restraint
D. In Eastern nations, respect for the dead is shown by loud wailing, and pHysical demonstration of grief for a specified period