Grief Flashcards
Uncomplicated. Lasts several months to a year (no set time; declines after 6 months)
Sadness, guild, yearning, anger, regret
What is this type of grief?
Normal grief
Tried experienced before loss
Sadness, anger, loneliness, guilt, anxiety, fear, fatigue, poor concentration
What is this type of grief?
Anticipatory grief
Lasts longer than 6 months affecting person’s ability to function; may not accept death, preoccupied with thoughts of deceased
Guild, anger, difficulty participating in activity, detach
What is this type of grief?
Prolonged grief
Socially uncomfortable- no support
Depression, unstable emotions, social isolation, physical sympotoms, insomnia, low self esteem
What is this type of grief?
Disenfranchised grief
Caused by loss of loved one (through death or ending of relationship) is ______ grief
Normal
Caused by loss of pet or miscarriage, an extramarital affair, a young child or suicide is _______ grief.
Disenfranchised
What is the first stage of grief ? Per kubler Ross.
Denial
Numbness & shock
What is the second stage of grief?
Anger
Blaming others “why me?” “It’s not fair”
What is the third stage of grief?
Bargaining
Negotiation “if only I would have …”
What is the fourth stage of grief?
Depression
Morning, withdraw, detach
What is the fifth stage of grief?
Acceptance
New realities, reconnect, new friends
The period of time in which a person experiences grief and mourning after a loss is called ______
Bereavement
The expression of grief in public is called ______
Mourning
Crying spells, difficulty sleeping, changes in food intake, and decreased productivity are all _______ of grief.
Manifestations
What are grief reactions?
Shock, anger, anxiety, numbness, denial, guilt, sadness, relief, depression
Psychological manifestations of grief are….
Disbelief, fixation, trouble concentrating, hallucinations
Physical manifestations of grief are…
Tightness in chest, GI upset, headache, weakness, fatigue
Behavioral manifestations of grief are…
Difficulty sleeping, loss of appetite, anger
What factors will affect person’s grief response?
Age, shock, culture, spiritual beliefs
N in NURSE stands for?
NAME what client stated; identify emotion expressed
U in NURSE stands for?
UNDERSTAND recognize feelings
R is NURSE stands for?
RESPECT their feelings
S in NURSE stands for?
SUPPORT -be available
E in NURSE stands for?
EXPLORE- open ended questions
Why does compassion fatigue happen to nurses?
Desire to help those who are suffering combined w/ inability to relieve that suffering; feeling of uselessness & self-blame
What are some signs a nurse is experiencing compassion fatigue?
Difficulty in focusing, feeling nervous, anxiety, disruptive behavior with coworkers & problems connecting with clients sympathetically
How do nurses prevent compassion fatigue?
Reflective journaling
Participating in continuing education activities
Engaging in non-nursing activities that reduce job-related stress (Ex. Meditation, spiritual practice, reading, movies, family &friends, exercise)
