RNRS 117- The Concept Of Grief & Loss (Pearson)
Exam Questions With Accurate Answers
The nurse is consoling the family of a patient who has just passed away. The
patient and family practice the Jewish faith. It is currently the Sabbath day.
Which intervention should the nurse perform first?
Notifying the funeral home to take the patient
Keeping the patient in the room until the Sabbath is over
Preparing the body to be taken to the morgue as soon as possible
Moving the patient to a private room to allow grieving - ANSWER Keeping the
patient in the room until the Sabbath is over
The parish nurse is visiting the home of an older patient who just lost their
spouse a couple of months ago. The patient has a diminished appetite, does not
want to leave the house, and does not enjoy activities anymore.
The nurse should consider that which factor would most impact the grieving
process?
Paperwork related to the estate
Loss of ability to drive
Inability to use a computer
Difficulty cooking for one - ANSWER Loss of ability to drive
The parents of a 4-year-old child state that their child has been regressing in
their toilet training, demanding extra attention, and has no interest in playing.
The family has recently experienced the death of the grandmother, who lived
with them in the household.
How should the nurse respond to the family's concerns?
"These are expected behaviors for a child their age in dealing with the loss of a
close grandparent."
"This is common behavior for a 4-year-old child due to learning and testing
independence."
"Maybe your child has an infection? It is best to let the doctor evaluate the
symptoms."
, "I'm sure you have been busy with the recent loss, and your child just needs your
attention." - ANSWER "These are expected behaviors for a child their age in
dealing with the loss of a close grandparent."
The nurse is caring for a patient who experienced a miscarriage at 17 weeks of
gestation.
Which type of grief should the nurse assess for during the 2-week follow-up
visit?
Anticipatory
Bittersweet
Dysfunctional
Disenfranchised - ANSWER Disenfranchised
The nurse is caring for a patient who passed away 10 minutes ago. The nurse
and the unlicensed assistive personnel prepare the body for the family to view.
Which action by the nurse indicates a need for a coworker or the nurse manager
to intervene?
The nurse providing the family extra time with the deceased to say their
goodbyes
The nurse allowing the spouse to comb the patient's hair
The nurse sobbing in the room with the patient's family
The nurse providing extra chairs for the patient's room - ANSWER The nurse
sobbing in the room with the patient's family
A 6-year-old child tells the school nurse that their stepfather, who was physically
abusive, has died. The child reports being confused that they are both happy
and sad that their stepfather died.
The nurse should document that the child is experiencing which type of grief
reaction?
Complicated grief reaction
Anticipatory grief
Childhood traumatic grief
Disenfranchised grief - ANSWER Complicated grief reaction
Which intervention should the nurse include in the plan of care for a child who is
dying?
Providing 24-hour live-in assistance to care for the child
Suggesting that the child be hospitalized for all care
Minimizing the number of visitors allowed at one time
Allowing the parents to assist with the child's care - ANSWER Allowing the
parents to assist with the child's care
Exam Questions With Accurate Answers
The nurse is consoling the family of a patient who has just passed away. The
patient and family practice the Jewish faith. It is currently the Sabbath day.
Which intervention should the nurse perform first?
Notifying the funeral home to take the patient
Keeping the patient in the room until the Sabbath is over
Preparing the body to be taken to the morgue as soon as possible
Moving the patient to a private room to allow grieving - ANSWER Keeping the
patient in the room until the Sabbath is over
The parish nurse is visiting the home of an older patient who just lost their
spouse a couple of months ago. The patient has a diminished appetite, does not
want to leave the house, and does not enjoy activities anymore.
The nurse should consider that which factor would most impact the grieving
process?
Paperwork related to the estate
Loss of ability to drive
Inability to use a computer
Difficulty cooking for one - ANSWER Loss of ability to drive
The parents of a 4-year-old child state that their child has been regressing in
their toilet training, demanding extra attention, and has no interest in playing.
The family has recently experienced the death of the grandmother, who lived
with them in the household.
How should the nurse respond to the family's concerns?
"These are expected behaviors for a child their age in dealing with the loss of a
close grandparent."
"This is common behavior for a 4-year-old child due to learning and testing
independence."
"Maybe your child has an infection? It is best to let the doctor evaluate the
symptoms."
, "I'm sure you have been busy with the recent loss, and your child just needs your
attention." - ANSWER "These are expected behaviors for a child their age in
dealing with the loss of a close grandparent."
The nurse is caring for a patient who experienced a miscarriage at 17 weeks of
gestation.
Which type of grief should the nurse assess for during the 2-week follow-up
visit?
Anticipatory
Bittersweet
Dysfunctional
Disenfranchised - ANSWER Disenfranchised
The nurse is caring for a patient who passed away 10 minutes ago. The nurse
and the unlicensed assistive personnel prepare the body for the family to view.
Which action by the nurse indicates a need for a coworker or the nurse manager
to intervene?
The nurse providing the family extra time with the deceased to say their
goodbyes
The nurse allowing the spouse to comb the patient's hair
The nurse sobbing in the room with the patient's family
The nurse providing extra chairs for the patient's room - ANSWER The nurse
sobbing in the room with the patient's family
A 6-year-old child tells the school nurse that their stepfather, who was physically
abusive, has died. The child reports being confused that they are both happy
and sad that their stepfather died.
The nurse should document that the child is experiencing which type of grief
reaction?
Complicated grief reaction
Anticipatory grief
Childhood traumatic grief
Disenfranchised grief - ANSWER Complicated grief reaction
Which intervention should the nurse include in the plan of care for a child who is
dying?
Providing 24-hour live-in assistance to care for the child
Suggesting that the child be hospitalized for all care
Minimizing the number of visitors allowed at one time
Allowing the parents to assist with the child's care - ANSWER Allowing the
parents to assist with the child's care
