loss an inherent part of life can take many forms actual, perceived, anticipatory development (maturational) or situational.
grief refers to the emotional reaction to that loss and it can manifest in various ways. These responses may be considered normal, or they may take more complex forms such as complicated is disenfranchised grief
there are five stages of grief -, denial, anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance though not everyone experiences all the stages in order
as a nurse its essential to provide compassionate care during the dying process by recognizing signs of approaching death supporting patients and families respecting cultural beliefs and advocating for comfort through palliative or holistic care our role is to ensure dignity and emotional support for a patient nearing a end of life experience