Something to Think About
a blog on end of life
When a dying parent refuses to tell the rest of the family about a terminal diagnosis, should you keep the secret or encourage open conversations?
Caregivers are often alone when caring for someone who is dying. Written guidance can provide reassurance and support when it is needed most.
As death approaches, taking a blood pressure is one more unnecessary intrusion for the patient and for the family. Will what you learn affect anything?
End of life care is about bonding and developing trust — not just with the patient, but with the family and the caregiver, as well...
That weekend I sat on my sofa with a yellow legal pad (before computers) and wrote what I wanted families and caregivers to know about the natural dying process. I...
As a hospice nurse I wrote a booklet to guide the families I worked with in understanding the signs of approaching death. I wanted the booklet to be short, direct, and gentle....
We must always respect a person’s choices. Remember, we approach this final challenge in our life in the same manner we have approached all of our challenges. If a belief...
