CPC Grief Support & Family Communication 2

Question 1

Which of the following best describes the concept of 'disenfranchised grief'?

Accepted Answer

Grief that is not openly acknowledged or publicly mourned because the loss is not socially recognized

Answer

Disenfranchised grief occurs when a loss is not openly acknowledged — such as the death of a pet, an ex-spouse, or a miscarriage — leaving the grieving person without social support.

Question 2

A CPC notices that a client seems to be avoiding the topic of their own death during a preplanning appointment. The best response is to:

Accepted Answer

Gently acknowledge the difficulty and allow the client to set the pace of the conversation

Answer

A trauma-informed and client-centered approach means gently acknowledging emotional barriers and allowing the client to proceed at a comfortable pace rather than forcing completion of paperwork.

Question 3

Which resource would a CPC most appropriately recommend to a newly bereaved family member seeking structured grief support?

Accepted Answer

A community grief support group or licensed bereavement counselor

Answer

A community grief support group or licensed bereavement counselor provides the structured, professional emotional support that a bereaved person may need beyond what a funeral home can appropriately offer.

Question 4

When a family conflict arises over preplanning decisions during a family consultation, a CPC should:

Accepted Answer

Remain neutral and help facilitate a conversation that focuses on the client's documented wishes

Answer

A CPC acts as a neutral professional guide, using the client's documented wishes as the anchor for resolving family disagreements without taking sides.

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of a culturally sensitive practice when preplanning for a client of the Jewish faith?

Accepted Answer

Discussing the tradition of prompt burial and the preference for simple, biodegradable burial containers

Answer

Traditional Jewish funeral customs often emphasize prompt burial (usually within 24-48 hours), use of a plain wooden casket (aron), and avoidance of cremation and excessive viewing.

CPC - Certified Preplanning Consultant Practice Test

CPC - Certified Preplanning Consultant Practice Test

CPC Grief Support & Family Communication 2