PMH-C Perinatal Loss & Grief

Question 1

Which term best describes the death of a fetus at or after 20 weeks of gestation, prior to birth?

Accepted Answer

Stillbirth

Answer

Stillbirth is defined as fetal death occurring at or after 20 weeks of gestation, distinguishing it from miscarriage which occurs earlier.

Question 2

According to Kübler-Ross's grief model, which of the following is NOT one of the five stages of grief?

Accepted Answer

Isolation

Answer

Kübler-Ross's five stages are denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance; isolation is not one of the named stages.

Question 3

A patient who experienced a stillbirth 8 months ago continues to have persistent yearning, difficulty accepting the death, and bitterness that impairs daily functioning. This best describes:

Accepted Answer

Prolonged grief disorder

Answer

Prolonged grief disorder is characterized by persistent yearning, difficulty accepting the loss, and functional impairment lasting beyond 6 months after bereavement.

Question 4

When supporting a family after a perinatal loss, which of the following practices is generally recommended by bereavement specialists?

Accepted Answer

Offering parents the choice to see, hold, and name the baby

Answer

Offering parents the opportunity to see, hold, and name their baby is a recognized bereavement support practice that can facilitate healthy grieving.

Question 5

A mother in the NICU whose premature infant dies after two weeks describes feeling guilty that she was unable to protect her baby. This reaction is:

Accepted Answer

A common component of perinatal grief that warrants compassionate support

Answer

Guilt is a common and expected component of perinatal grief; compassionate normalization and support are the appropriate clinical response.

(PMH-C) Perinatal Mental Health Certification Practice Test

(PMH-C) Perinatal Mental Health Certification Practice Test

PMH-C Perinatal Loss & Grief