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88 yr old mother is confused and barely mobile. brother who is caregiver plans to take her on family's winter vacation. isn't she too vulnerable?

7 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

She certainly is: You can expect that her confusion can get worse during a trip. On the other hand, your brother needs some vacation. Could you substitute for him and take care of your mother while he is away?

Dr Ferguson and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 5/8/2014

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This depends: On condition of caretaker1! she needs almost constant attention!-ck with her pcp.

Dr Pappas and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/27/2014

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