PSY 211 Module Four Activity Template
In the Module Four Activity Guidelines and Rubric, review the Overview, Scenario, and Prompt sections.
Then answer each of the following questions with a minimum of 2 to 5 sentences. Complete this
template by replacing the bracketed text with the relevant information.
●Describe which of Kübler-Ross’s stages of grief are most applicable to Jackie’s situation. Explain
your response.
It seems Jackie is experiencing the depression stage of grief. She is losing her mobility and
independence. Jackie is also questioning her faith and if there is an actual “rebirth” and lastly her
feelings of guilt for maybe not having done enough for society in her life have her in a depressive
state.
●Explain how a person experiences Kübler-Ross’s stages of grief. Address the following in your
response:
oDoes a person move through the stages in a linear fashion?
oWhat have you read or experienced about grief to support your answer?
Kübler-Ross’s stages of grief ( denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance) are
experienced in a different manner by individuals. There are factors that can impact how a person
experiences grief such as the nature of the loss, a person's personality and an individual's coping
mechanism. THe stages are not linear, there are many that experience some or all stages and some
may skip certain stages. Unfortunately my son was murdered 4 years ago and personally for me I do
think I went through all stages, although I lingered and revisited denial more so than the other
stages. Weirdly enough since his passing I have been unable to go back to his gravesite. I can't
explain why, I do think a part of me believes if I don't go, it's not real. I have received a lot of scrutiny
for not going to visit his grave and it's been frustrating and hurtful but it's just something I have not
felt ready to do. I believe it's a coping mechanism for now I suppose.
●Explain why having a sense of cultural competence (empathy, respect, self-awareness, cultural
awareness, communication) could help Jamie be a more effective caregiver.
Cultural competence is important in Jamie's line of work. Being able to understand different cultures
can help to ensure that death can be a peaceful process for the patient. Respecting that death is viewed
differently by every culture is one way to be respectful. Some cultures view death as a sad and somber
moment while others a celebration of life. While death is inevitable it can be a very scary and sad
moment. Being empathetic can help patients feel more at ease as well as facilitate communication so
that the patient is truly as comfortable as possible in their last moments.
●Given your unique needs, desires, and aspirations, describe some things that you feel will provide
you with a sense of life satisfaction as you enter the later stages of the life span.
I have always felt that becoming a mother has been my greatest accomplishment in life. I am a
nurturer by nature and have dedicated my life to my children. Seeing them grow into young adults
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and knowing I have instilled morals and values will certainly give me a sense of life satisfaction. I also
try my best to be kind and pay it forward. I have not been perfect by any means but do always give in
ways that I can. Of course even now I do have moments where I wish I had done more but when I
feel that way, I try to do something to make someone's day. I work in a nursing home and
unfortunately death is something I see very often but I do have a sense of gratification when I sit with
an elderly that doesn't have family, listen to their stories, tell them how lovely or handsome they
look and put a smile on their face. Oftentimes a simple conversation makes them feel so wanted and
heard. It truly makes me happy to know that I have made someone, even smile.
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