Bereavement and End of Life Issues
1)

Which of the following best describes why self-care is important during grief?
 
It prevents emotional pain from occurring It reduces the risk of physical illness caused by stress It eliminates the need for support from friends and family It ensures the grieving process ends quickly
 
2)

Which of the following is most often considered part of uncomplicated grief?
 
Complete denial Waves of anger No emotional reaction Permanent isolation
 
3)

According to DSM-5-TR, how long must grief persist in adults before it may be diagnosed as Prolonged Grief Disorder?
 
6 months 12 months 18 months 24 months
 
4)

Which of the following is one of the five stages in the Kübler-Ross model of grief?
 
Forgiveness Bargaining Resentment Hope
 
5)

According to J. W. Worden’s model, what is the first task of mourning after the death of a loved one?
 
Adjusting to new roles Processing the pain of grief Accepting the reality of the loss Finding an enduring connection with the deceased
 
6)

Which therapy has been shown to be especially effective in treating Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD), with higher response rates compared to interpersonal therapy alone?
 
Supportive counseling Complicated Grief Therapy (CGT) Family therapy Group psychoeducation
 
7)

During the late 20th century, which of the following therapies was among those experimented with to support individuals coping with grief?
 
Dialectical behavior therapy Logotherapy Electroconvulsive therapy Genetic counseling
 
8)

What does the term bereavement refer to?
 
The public rituals used to honor the dead A clinical diagnosis for prolonged grief The period of sadness and adjustment following a loved one’s death The spiritual belief in an afterlife
 
9)

This refers to the inner emotional response to death.
 
Mourning Culture Rituals Grief
 
10)

This refers to the outward expression of grief, often shaped by cultural, spiritual, and family traditions.
 
Mourning Grief Rituals Beliefs
 
11)

Which statement best describes how children grieve compared to adults?
 
Their understanding evolves with age They grieve the same way as adults They rarely experience grief Their grief is always short-lived
 
12)

Which culture practices immediate burial, sitting Shiva for seven days, and reciting the Kaddish?
 
Western/Christian Jewish Hindu African/Caribbean
 
13)

Which culture requires the body to be washed, wrapped, and buried facing Mecca, usually within 24 hours?
 
Muslim Jewish Western/Christian Asian
 
14)

Which culture emphasizes cremation within 24 hours, often led by the eldest son, with ashes scattered in sacred rivers?
 
Buddhist Hindu Muslim Latino/Latin American
 
15)

Which culture often honors the deceased with novenas, Día de los Muertos, and family altars called ofrendas?
 
Indigenous Latino/Latin American Western/Christian Buddhist
 
16)

Which term best describes care that addresses medical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs at the end of life?
 
Comfort care Curative care Palliative care Grief therapy
 
17)

End-of-life decisions often involve difficult ethical questions. Which of the following may be considered in rare cases of unrelenting suffering?
 
Dialysis Palliative sedation CPR Surgery
 
18)

As swallowing becomes difficult near the end of life, which routes are often used for essential medicines?
 
Oral tablets Sublingual or transdermal Intravenous nutrition Injections only
 
19)

Which of the following is a common change in the last days to hours of life?
 
Increased appetite Altered breathing patterns High energy Rapid speech
 
20)

Immediately after death, what is an important step for families?
 
Giving medications Restarting nutrition Respecting cultural and spiritual practices Encouraging hydration
 
21)

Which of the following helps ensure end-of-life care is safe and equitable?
 
Advanced surgery Nutritional supplements Culturally appropriate care Funeral planning
 
22)

What is one primary benefit of planning for the end of life?
 
Avoiding medical treatment Easing uncertainty and conflict Extending lifespan Preventing grief
 
23)

Which document allows people to record their medical treatment wishes in advance?
 
Passport Advance directive Birth certificate Tax return
 
24)

What is one way individuals may create meaning and reassurance for loved ones in end-of-life planning?
 
Buying property Leaving legacy projects Traveling abroad Changing careers
 
25)

What is the central goal of thoughtful end-of-life decision-making?
 
Extending life at any cost Reducing medical expenses Aligning care with personal values Avoiding family involvement