Question 1

Which of the following best describes the difference between grief, mourning, and bereavement?

Accepted Answer

Grief is the emotional response to loss, mourning is the outward expression of grief, and bereavement is the process of reacting, adjusting, and moving on from loss.

Question 2

A 10-year-old child loses a grandparent. According to developmental concepts, which grief response is most likely?

Accepted Answer

Fear of not being cared for, or anger at the person who died.

Question 3

Which of the following is an example of anticipatory grief?

Accepted Answer

A family begins to grieve after learning their loved one has a terminal illness, before the actual death occurs.

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a recommended therapeutic comment when communicating with the bereaved?

Accepted Answer

"You will be okay in a week or so."

Question 5

Which of the following is a component of complicated grief?

Accepted Answer

Debilitating, painful, and intrusive thoughts and feelings that remain severe and impairing.

Question 6

A health-care worker is supporting a family after the loss of a loved one. Which action best demonstrates cultural competence?

Accepted Answer

Asking about and respecting the family's religious and cultural funeral practices.

Question 7

Which of the following is an example of a maturational loss?

Accepted Answer

A teenager leaving home for college and losing the securities of home and family.

Question 8

Which of the following best illustrates the letting-go phase of the grief process?

Accepted Answer

The ability to express both positive and negative memories of the deceased without severe anguish.

Question 9

A 36-year-old woman recently gave birth to a stillborn full-term infant. Which of the following are signs of normal grief reactions? (Select all that apply)

Accepted Answer

Planning a funeral for her baby.

Question 10

Which of the following is a recommended way to express condolence to a grieving survivor?

Accepted Answer

Writing a personal letter that shares a memory and offers sincere support.

Question 11

Which of the following is a behavioral response to grief?

Accepted Answer

Withdrawing from social interactions and changing relationships.

Question 12

A family loses their 14-year-old pet dog. According to the clinical case study, which response is most likely for the 2-year-old child?

Accepted Answer

Inconsolable crying and calling out for the missing loved one.

Question 13

Which of the following is a sign of dysfunctional grief?

Accepted Answer

Withdrawal from social interactions and activities for a prolonged period.

Question 14

Which of the following best describes the concept of 'compassion' in the context of grief support?

Accepted Answer

An emotional response motivated by love and kindness, using insights from empathy.

Question 15

Which of the following is a cognitive response to grief?

Accepted Answer

Inability to concentrate and disbelief.

Question 16

Which of the following is an example of delayed grief?

Accepted Answer

A person postpones their emotional response to a loss, which is later triggered by another major life event.

Question 17

Which of the following is a situational loss?

Accepted Answer

Losing a job due to company downsizing.

Question 18

Which of the following is a key task during the adjustment or reintegration stage of the grief process?

Accepted Answer

Reorganizing family structure and life goals.

Question 19

Which of the following is a healthy adaptation for a child coping with the loss of a loved one?

Accepted Answer

Allowing the child to talk about their fears and express their sorrow.

Question 20

Which of the following best describes the impact of unresolved past losses on later life stages?

Accepted Answer

Unresolved past losses may reactivate old sorrows and contribute to dysfunctional grief in later life.

Loss, Grief, and Bereavement: Psychological Perspectives and Developmental Responses

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