6 Questions
What is the typical duration of Stage II of grief?
6-12 months
What is anticipatory grief?
Grief experienced before an expected loss
What are the factors that influence a person's response to loss or death?
Culture, socioeconomic status, and the cause of loss
What is the initial response to loss experienced by most people?
Denial
What is the difference between functional and dysfunctional depression in the context of dying?
Functional depression helps the client detach from life to accept death, while dysfunctional depression makes the client unable to resume normal living patterns
What is the purpose of nursing assessment of a client experiencing a loss?
To identify possible loss-related stresses and assess coping resources
Study Notes
Grief and Loss
- The typical duration of Stage II of grief is 2-6 weeks, characterized by intense emotional pain, sadness, and denial.
Anticipatory Grief
- Anticipatory grief is a natural response to an impending loss, such as a terminal illness, where the individual begins to experience grief before the actual loss.
Factors Influencing Response to Loss or Death
- Factors that influence an individual's response to loss or death include:
- Personality traits
- Coping mechanisms
- Past experiences
- Social support systems
- Cultural and religious beliefs
Initial Response to Loss
- The initial response to loss experienced by most people is shock, numbness, and denial.
Depression in the Context of Dying
- Functional depression is a normal response to loss, allowing the individual to process and adapt to the loss, whereas
- Dysfunctional depression is an unhealthy response to loss, characterized by intense emotional pain, hopelessness, and inability to cope.
Purpose of Nursing Assessment
- The purpose of nursing assessment of a client experiencing a loss is to:
- Identify individual responses to loss
- Develop a plan to support the client's coping mechanisms
- Provide emotional support and education
- Facilitate a healthy grieving process
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