Definitions W Flashcards
Acceptance
Final stage of grief when person has worked through feelings and understands death is imminent
Advance directive (living will)
Living will written while resident is mentally competent (or by legal representative if resident is not competent) outlining choices about withdrawing or withholding life-sustaining procedures
Anger
Second stage of grief when person expresses rage and resentment. Often upset by small things and lashes out
Apnea
Respiration stops
Bargaining
Third stage of grief when person tries to arrange more time to live or take care of business. Bargains with doctors or god
Cheyne-Stokes breathing
When resident takes several shallow breaths, then does not breathe for 5-60 seconds. Does not cause discomfort
Death
End of life and cessation of bodily function
Denial
First stage of grief when a person may refuse to accept diagnosis or discuss situation
Do Not Resuscitate (DNR)
Order written by a doctor at the request of a resident, which tells healthcare team not to attempt extraordinary measures if a resident suffers cardiac or respiratory arrest
Depression
Fourth stage of grief when a person begins the process of mourning. Person cries and withdraws
Dying
Near the end of life or bodily function
End of life care
Support and care provided during time surrounding death
Extraordinary measures
Interventions used to restore heart beat or respiratory effort (e.g. cardiopulmonary resuscitation, CPR)
Five stages of grief
Stages of grief in response to near death, based on personal, cultural, and religious beliefs and experiences, according to Dr. Elizabeth Kubler-Ross
Hospice care
Healthcare agency or program for people who are dying (usually with less than 6 months to live) that provides comfort measures and pain management, preserves dignity, respect and choice, and offers empathy and support for resident and family
