Chapter 11 - Loss, Grief, Dying, and Death

Elisabeth Kubler-Ross developed the five stages of grief and loss. List and explain them.

1. Denial- people deny reality 2. Anger- people express their anger and rage 3. Bargaining- people are willing to exchange anything 4. Depression- time of deep sorrow and feelings of aloneness 5. Acceptance- acknowledgement of loss

George Engel developed the three stages of grief. List and explain them.

1. Experiencing disbelief or shock over the loss 2. Realizing the loss did occur 3. Acknowledging the loss in a realistic manner

What are the 5 types of loss?

1. Loss of personal possessions that have meaning 2. The loss of familiar environment 3. Loss of some part of the self 4. Loss of a significant other 5. Loss of life itself

What is dysfunctional and unresolved grief?

an inability to cope with loss

What is an advanced directive?

legal document that allows individuals to make clear choices regarding their death

What is a living will?

legal document that expresses client's wishes regarding medical treatment

What is anticipatory grief?

people going through the grieving process prior to the actual loss

What is assisted death?

providing assistance to help end another persons life