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End-of-life experiences and perceptions Quiz

#1

Which term describes the study of the physical, emotional, and spiritual experiences of individuals nearing the end of life?

Thanatology
Explanation

Study of end-of-life experiences.

#2

What is a common symptom experienced by individuals in the final stages of life?

Fatigue and weakness
Explanation

Common symptom in end-of-life stages.

#3

What is the term for a medical directive that specifies an individual's preferences regarding end-of-life medical care?

Advanced directive
Explanation

Directive for end-of-life medical care preferences.

#4

Which of the following is a key principle of palliative care?

Providing emotional and spiritual support
Explanation

Key principle: Emotional and spiritual support.

#5

Which of the following is a common end-of-life care goal?

Promoting comfort and dignity
Explanation

Common goal: Comfort and dignity in end-of-life care.

#6

Which of the following is NOT considered a potential end-of-life experience?

Psychosis
Explanation

Not a typical end-of-life experience.

#7

What term is used to describe the phenomenon where individuals nearing death exhibit a sudden return of mental clarity and alertness?

Terminal lucidity
Explanation

Sudden mental clarity near death.

#8

What term is used to describe the grief experienced by individuals before a death occurs, typically when the prognosis is terminal?

Anticipatory grief
Explanation

Grief before terminal prognosis.

#9

In the Kübler-Ross model, what is the first stage of grief experienced by individuals facing death?

Denial
Explanation

First stage: Denial in Kübler-Ross model.

#10

In the context of end-of-life care, what does DNR stand for?

Do Not Resuscitate
Explanation

Directive: Do Not Resuscitate.

#11

Which of the following factors can influence an individual's perception and experience of death?

Cultural beliefs
Explanation

Cultural influences on death perception.

#12

What is the term for a spontaneous and uncontrolled discharge of accumulated psychic energy, often observed in the final moments of life?

Death rattle
Explanation

Spontaneous discharge near death.

#13

What is the term for a form of spiritual or emotional pain often experienced by individuals nearing the end of life?

Existential crisis
Explanation

Pain near end of life: Existential crisis.

#14

What is the term for a sense of peace and acceptance experienced by some individuals nearing the end of life?

Premonition
Explanation

Peace and acceptance near end of life.

#15

What is the term for the emotional pain and distress experienced by individuals nearing the end of life due to unmet needs and unresolved issues?

Existential angst
Explanation

Emotional pain near end of life: Existential angst.

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