Something to Think About

a blog on end of life

Barbara Karnes Books team members Julia, Danny, Barbara Karnes, Cher, and Jacquelyn providing trusted end-of-life education, hospice resources, and caregiver support.

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About the BK Team
There are only two ways to die, a blog by Barbara Karnes, RN

Death is part of life, but few of us understand that it generally happens in one of two ways: gradually or suddenly. Knowing the difference can help us better care...

New to Hospice Nursing? Here's What I Want You to Know by Hospice Pioneer, Barbara Karnes, RN

New hospice nurses often ask me what matters most. It isn't medications or procedures. Hospice nursing is about teaching, guiding, and helping families feel safe as they walk through one...

What Families Need to Know in the Final Hours Before Death by Hospice Pioneer, Barbara Karnes, RN

Most people don't know what to do or can do in the final hours before death. Here are gentle ways families and caregivers can create a meaningful goodbye and bring...

When a Dying Person Stops Eating: Food at End of Life article by Hospice Pioneer, Barbara Karnes, RN

Food becomes a major concern for families when special person is dying. This article explains why the body naturally stops eating and how caregivers can respond with less frustration.