Loss and Grief Flashcards
loss definition
actual or potential situation in which something that is valued is changed or gone
what is grief
the experience of loss
what are the 4 types of grief
normal
anticipatory
complicated
disenfranchised
what are Kublers Ross’ 5 stages of grief
denial
anger
barganing
depression
acceptance
what are bowlbys phases of mourning
numbing
yearning and seeking
disorganization/despair
reorganization
what are worden’s 4 tasks of mourning
accept the reality of the loss
work through the pain of grief
adjust to the environment in which the deceased is missing
emotionally relocate the deceased and move on with life
what is palliative care
approach that improves QOL of those facing life-threatening illness
what is hospice care
helps maintain satisfactory lifestyle until death