CCS Grief Support and Communication 2

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT one of the five stages of grief described by Elisabeth Kübler-Ross?

Accepted Answer

Reconciliation

Answer

Kübler-Ross's five stages are denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance; reconciliation is not among them.

Question 2

According to J. William Worden, what is the first task of mourning?

Accepted Answer

Accept the reality of the loss

Answer

Worden's first task is accepting the reality of the loss, which underpins the remaining tasks.

Question 3

A daughter says, "I still can't believe Dad is gone." Which response best demonstrates active listening?

Accepted Answer

It sounds like this still feels unreal to you.

Answer

Reflecting the speaker's feelings validates her experience without minimizing or redirecting it.

Question 4

Grief that begins before a death occurs, such as during a loved one's terminal illness, is called:

Accepted Answer

Anticipatory grief

Answer

Anticipatory grief is the mourning that starts when a death is expected but has not yet happened.

Question 5

An ex-spouse who is not recognized as a mourner by the family may experience which type of grief?

Accepted Answer

Disenfranchised grief

Answer

Disenfranchised grief is grief that is not openly acknowledged, socially sanctioned, or publicly supported.

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