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A patient is informed of their terminal illness and responds by stating, 'This can't be happening to me; the lab results must be wrong.' Which stage of grieving, as defined by Kübler-Ross, is the patient most likely experiencing?
A patient is informed of their terminal illness and responds by stating, 'This can't be happening to me; the lab results must be wrong.' Which stage of grieving, as defined by Kübler-Ross, is the patient most likely experiencing?
- Anger
- Denial (correct)
- Bargaining
- Depression
During a resuscitation attempt, a family member becomes verbally abusive towards the EMS team, expressing frustration and directing anger at the paramedics. Which of the following is the MOST appropriate course of action for the EMS providers?
During a resuscitation attempt, a family member becomes verbally abusive towards the EMS team, expressing frustration and directing anger at the paramedics. Which of the following is the MOST appropriate course of action for the EMS providers?
- Explain to the family member that their behavior is inappropriate and threaten to involve law enforcement if it continues.
- Ignore the behavior and continue providing care as if nothing is happening.
- Recognize that the anger may be a manifestation of grief and prioritize the safety of the team while continuing to provide care. (correct)
- Immediately cease resuscitation efforts and leave the scene.
A 7-year-old child's parent has just died. How should the paramedic address the child's emotional needs, according to the guidelines?
A 7-year-old child's parent has just died. How should the paramedic address the child's emotional needs, according to the guidelines?
- Encourage the child to suppress their feelings to avoid appearing babyish.
- Avoid discussing the death to prevent further emotional distress.
- Explain that death is temporary and the parent will return soon.
- Reassure the child that they are not responsible for the parent's death, and it's okay to cry. (correct)
Which of the following statements is MOST appropriate when communicating with the family of a deceased patient?
Which of the following statements is MOST appropriate when communicating with the family of a deceased patient?
What is the primary goal of Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) following a traumatic EMS call?
What is the primary goal of Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) following a traumatic EMS call?
An EMS provider is experiencing nightmares, difficulty concentrating, and withdrawal from coworkers following a call involving a seriously injured child. Which of the following actions should a supervisor take FIRST?
An EMS provider is experiencing nightmares, difficulty concentrating, and withdrawal from coworkers following a call involving a seriously injured child. Which of the following actions should a supervisor take FIRST?
Which of the following is the MOST appropriate action for EMS providers to take when a dying patient expresses a desire to talk about their impending death?
Which of the following is the MOST appropriate action for EMS providers to take when a dying patient expresses a desire to talk about their impending death?
After a challenging call, members of the EMS team participate in a brief, informal session to discuss their immediate feelings and reactions. What is this session called?
After a challenging call, members of the EMS team participate in a brief, informal session to discuss their immediate feelings and reactions. What is this session called?
An EMS provider is dispatched to the scene of a pediatric death. Which of the following interventions is MOST appropriate for assisting the grieving family?
An EMS provider is dispatched to the scene of a pediatric death. Which of the following interventions is MOST appropriate for assisting the grieving family?
Which of the following is LEAST appropriate when assisting grieving families at the scene of a death?
Which of the following is LEAST appropriate when assisting grieving families at the scene of a death?
Flashcards
Denial (in grieving)
Denial (in grieving)
A defense mechanism used to ignore a problem, providing a buffer against bad news and allowing the person to mobilize resources to cope.
Anger (in grieving)
Anger (in grieving)
A stage where the reality of a situation can no longer be ignored, often resulting in randomly displaced emotions.
Bargaining (in grieving)
Bargaining (in grieving)
An attempt to postpone the inevitable by making deals or promises.
Depression (in grieving)
Depression (in grieving)
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Acceptance (in grieving)
Acceptance (in grieving)
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Communicating with Dying Patients
Communicating with Dying Patients
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Assisting Grieving Families
Assisting Grieving Families
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Diffusing Session
Diffusing Session
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Formal Debriefing
Formal Debriefing
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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