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90yo, refused food 20days, ng tube for 7, keep sleeping for 23.5h/d-tired! geriatric said her system maybe shutting down. how to determine stroke/dying?
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End of Life: I am going to speak from my years working in hospice and with terminally ill patients. Why are you letting this matter.? This 90 year old woman is dying. She should not be forced to eat; forced to be alert; forced to stay here any longer. She is dying and she is exhausted; she has internal work to do to prepare for death. This is a beautiful time. Please let it be serene and peaceful.
Answered 4/26/2014
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Spend quality time.: Your loved one is nearing her death, which we all must face. Let hers be surrounded by the love of those who can ease the passing. Does she have a living will or advance directives? If so follow them. Take care.
Answered 10/30/2014
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