5.1 Dying, Death and Bereavement Flashcards
What is the most common cause of death in the UK?
Cardiovascular disease
What is ‘gradual death’?
Slow decline in ability and in health
What is ‘catastrophic death’?
Sudden and unexpected events resulting in death
What is ‘premature death’?
Death in children or young adults
What are the 5 stages of grief?
Denial Anger Bargaining Depression Acceptance
What may happen in the denial stage of grief?
Patient may refuse to discuss illness/death
Patient refuses to believe doctor
What may happen in the anger stage of grief?
Angry with themselves or with doctors
Look for a second opinion
Look for alternative care
What may happen in the bargaining stage of grief?
Make offers in order to live
What may happen in the depression stage of grief?
Become sad and feel the want to give up
What may happen in the acceptance stage of grief?
Come to terms with situation
Make arrangements for death/funeral
List some symptoms of bereavement
Fatigue Reduced immune system Insomnia Reduced social interaction Depression Anxiety Anger Guilt Loneliness Memory loss Preoccupation
What are some risk factors for experiencing chronic grief?
Poor mental health Stress from other areas Expression of grief discouraged Prior bereavements Lack of social support
What is palliative care?
Improving the quality of life for those about to die. Give patients control of their last few months/years and their death
