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... and supported by openness and honesty in conversations. They may talk about symptoms such as pain, shortness of breath, or nausea. They may wonder what to expect when death is near. Rather than avoiding...

... for a few minutes following death, they may stay closed on their own. If they do not, close again and place a soft smooth cloth over them. Then place a small soft weight to keep the eyes in position.

... who is ill. If the person should fall down, your first instinct may be to help the person get up again. Lifting someone up off the floor can be very difficult. If you are not very strong, it may be safer...

... toileting, repositioning or medications. The person may have trouble sleeping if symptoms such as pain, shortness of breath or restlessness are not well controlled. If the person in your care is unable...

By: Brenda Hearson RN, MN, CHPCN(C), CNS We all need sleep to maintain our ability to function physically and mentally, as well as to maintain our sense of well-being and quality of life. Yet, sleep disturbance...

... It is not uncommon for a dying adult, who lives with their children or grandchildren, to choose against a home death in an effort to “ protect the children. ” While many families would welcome...

... being a sign that we’ ve done something wrong or unethical, the anxiety, sorrow and uncertainty that remain after a death are likely a measure of how deeply connected we are to the person who died.

... to them. See also: KidsGrief. ca: Talking with kids and teens about dying and death 6. Myth: Pain is a part of dying. Fact: Pain is not always a part of dying. If pain is experienced near end of life,...

... One possibility is that a number of factors come together to trigger abnormalities in brain chemicals called neurotransmitters. These changes may affect the way that people feel. There are many factors...

... and chosen family and is everyone the person says is family. Addresses physical concerns such as pain, nausea, shortness of breath, and emotional, spiritual, and social concerns of the person and their...