Stages of Grief

Question 1

Dementia

Answer 1

A progressive mental disorder characterized by a decline of mental functioning and impairment of memory, judgment, and impulse control

Question 2

Advance directives

Answer 2

A document that communicates a patient’s specific wishes for end-of-life care should the patient become unable to do so

Question 3

Durable Power of Attorney for Healthcare

Answer 3

A document in which patients designate someone to make health care decisions for them if they are unable to do so themselves

Question 4

Stages in Grief Cycle (Kubler-Ross)

Answer 4

1. Denial
2. Anger
3. Bargaining
4. Depression
5. Acceptance

Question 5

Denial

Answer 5

Grieving person cannot/will not believe that the loss is happening or has happened

Question 6

Anger

Answer 6

Feeling of hostility towards others

Question 7

Bargaining

Answer 7

The grieving person attempts to avoid the loss by making some kind of deal, such as wanting to live long enough to attend a family occasion

May still be hoping for their previous life

Question 8

Depression

Answer 8

The reality of the situation takes hold and they feel sad, lonely, and helpless.

Feelings of regret, and self-blame, for not taking better care

Question 9

Acceptance

Answer 9

Grieving person comes to terms with loss and starts making plans for moving on with life despite loss or impending loss.

Form new goals and enjoy new relationships
There may still be some depression but there is still humor and friendly interactions