Question 1

On average, about how many year(s) separates the death of one parent from the other?

Accepted Answer

D

Question 2

In talking to a parent after the loss of a child, the text advises that

Accepted Answer

Allowing the parent to express grief without holding back is important for their healing process. It acknowledges their pain and provides them with a supportive space to share their feelings. Changing the subject, blaming physicians, or avoiding the parent can invalidate their feelings and hinder the grieving process.

Question 3

When a fetus does not reach full term and life is terminated through a miscarriage, it is known as _______________.

Accepted Answer

Spontaneous abortion is the medical term for a miscarriage, which is the natural loss of a fetus before it is able to survive independently, typically before 20 weeks of pregnancy.

Question 4

How many women in America suffer the loss of a pregnancy annually?

Accepted Answer

Approximately 1 million women in America experience pregnancy loss annually, which includes miscarriages and stillbirths.

Question 5

On average, veterinarians in the United States tend to euthanize around _____ animal(s) per month.

Accepted Answer

On average, veterinarians in the United States tend to euthanize around 8 animals per month. This number can vary based on the type of practice and location.

Question 6

There are many ways for children to cope with the loss of the parent. Which one is not one mentioned in your textbook?

Accepted Answer

Storytelling is not mentioned in the textbook as a way for children to cope with the loss of a parent.

Question 7

Which of these statements regarding neonatal or perinatal bereavement is true ?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of these statements regarding neonatal or...

Question 8

Bonding between parent and child first occurs

Accepted Answer

Bonding can begin during the planning of the pregnancy as parents start to form emotional connections and expectations about their future child.

Question 9

Most people who use online support groups to deal with perinatal loss of a child are from what group?

Accepted Answer

Most individuals who utilize online support groups for coping with perinatal loss tend to be young, white, female, and well-educated. This demographic may be more inclined to seek and access online resources for support.

Question 10

The sudden unexplained death of an infant where no cause is found through a postmortem examination is called __________.

Accepted Answer

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is the term used to describe the sudden unexplained death of an infant where no cause is found through a postmortem examination.

Question 11

What is an emerging service for pets in the 21st century according to your textbook?

Accepted Answer

Pet hospice service is an emerging service in the 21st century, focusing on providing end-of-life care for pets in the comfort of their own homes, reflecting a growing trend towards more compassionate and personalized care for pets as they near the end of their lives.

Question 12

Which of the following statements is true regarding how a child grieves the loss of a parent?

Accepted Answer

Children aged 12 to 14 often avoid discussing their feelings and may prefer to grieve privately, distancing themselves from others.

Question 13

Which is not an example of a bereavement practice following the death of a Native American child?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which is not an example of a...

Question 14

SIDS is the most common cause of death of infants between _______ and ______ months of age.

Accepted Answer

SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome) is most commonly seen in infants between 1 month and 12 months of age, with the highest risk period being 2 to 4 months.

Question 15

Many times a child's first experience with death is that of a ____________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Many times a child's first experience with...

Question 16

The death of a ______________ is one of the most grievous of losses.

Accepted Answer

The death of a child is often considered one of the most grievous of losses due to the profound emotional impact it has on parents and the disruption of the natural order, where parents typically expect to pass away before their children.

Question 17

Which of the following statements is true regarding the loss of a parent in childhood?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following statements is true...

Question 18

Which of the following statements is false regarding the impact of the death of the child on a marriage?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following statements is false...

Question 19

When a sibling is dying,

Accepted Answer

All the statements provided in options A, B, and C are true and are encompassed in option D, which summarizes the effects on both the parents and the healthy siblings when a sibling is dying. Parents often focus their attention on the dying child, which can lead to feelings of guilt, distress, and behavioral problems in the healthy siblings.

Question 20

The loss of an adult child brings about the following feelings except which?

Accepted Answer

The loss of an adult child is often perceived as against the natural order, can lead to feelings of self-blame or punishment for perceived shortcomings, and may result in a shattered self-image. However, the notion that life seems fair for their grandchildren because they might be young and unaware does not directly relate to the feelings experienced by the grieving parents themselves. It's more about the perception of the grandchildren's situation rather than the parents' emotional response to their loss.

Quiz 14: Grieving Throughout the Life Cycle