Grief Reaction

Question 1

Stages of grief

Answer 1

Denial
-numbness, auditory/visual pseudohallucinations of the deceased
-focusing on physical objects that remind them of their loved one, preparing meals for them

Anger
-towards family members, medical professionals

Bargaining

Depression

Acceptance

But not all patients will experience all 5 stages

Question 2

Abnormal or atypical grief reactions
-risk factors
-presentations

Answer 2

Women
Sudden, unexpected death
Problematic relationship before death
Patient lacks social support

Delayed grief - grief that starts 2wks after passing
Prolonged grief - difficult to define