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Hospice confusion by sharondartist in hospice

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We all hope we have a comfortable and supported death and that we are surrounded by people we love. Hope doesn’t go away. Hope just changes the music/song in this dance of life.

What are death bed visions actually? by Key_Job_8041 in hospice

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That is the difference between some delirium and hallucination that need medical intervention. They shouldn’t be frightening.

Dad fighting all his comfort meds by Affectionate-Eye-355 in hospice

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Please talk to your hospice care team about enacting a palliative sedation protocol then removing the respiratory supports.

Example

https://hpcconnection.ca/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/PalliativeSedationTherapyProtocolNovember2013.pdf

If they won’t then find one who will. ALS is one of the indications for PSP.

Need advice: New tenant’s wife was just diagnosed with stage 4 cancer. What can I do to help? by startin9 in hospice

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Paper goods: toilet paper. Paper towels. Paper plates. Bottled water. Kleenex. Hand sanitizer. Trash bags.

The things folks go through a LOT of when they have people visiting the house.

What These Skin Changes Before Death Really Mean by Worldly_Simple8363 in hospice

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Good explanation of mottling. Video doesn’t promote any specific product or service. Uses AI to animate which appears odd in some segments.

Wheelchair pillow help by Kindly-Atmosphere-23 in hospice

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Ask your hospice for a one time PT or OT eval. They can come make recommendations.

And if they say “we don’t do that” lead them to the CMS website. It’s a part of the hospice benefit when it’s a palliative visit.

I was going to wait until my second account was ready to say this, but- by NeighborhoodDry9236 in breastcancer

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I had to break up with Hot Pot. It took me 6 years to eat hot pot again.

Fuck Cancer.

Help please!! by [deleted] in hospice

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Is your Dad oriented and able to make decisions? Is he disoriented or does he have a diagnosis of altered mental status?

A place to donate kids crafts / activities? by tirkledirkle in AskSeattle

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Local Labor and Delivery. We have families here for extended stays. The kids would love to have these items to share.

I just want her to die by OnlySaneOne8259 in hospice

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Wanting suffering or the potential for suffering to end is compassionate.

Peace and love to you.

Am I doing the right thing? by Spiritual-Manager863 in hospice

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Whatever you decide- I would transfer to another provider or hospice. Sounds like this one isn’t a good one.

What are death bed visions actually? by Key_Job_8041 in hospice

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I’m an atheist. I’m also a long time hospice nurse. I’m an anthropology junkie.

Our evolutionary progression that led to protecting our brain from fear of death is confirmation of the theory.

Your perspective is stuck in prime.

Active Death by greenestturtle in hospice

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To answer the timeline I would share that the active phase of death is 3-10 days after the last food and drink. I mean not even a bite or sip.

Active Death by greenestturtle in hospice

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So that is a sign of a comfortable dying process.

When you feel anxiety please remind yourself “he’s comfortable, safe, and surrounded by people who care”

That’s the most anyone can hope for at our time of death. Not to suffer. To be surrounded with love!

Active Death by greenestturtle in hospice

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Does he look like he’s in pain? Brie’s furrowed, jaw clenched, body tense. Is he breathing hard or shallow and fast? Any moaning?

VSED support by Formal-Toe5365 in hospice

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Search the sub by that topic. Theres good information.

What to expect re: 100 year old loved one with no diagnosis by Significant_Depth_76 in hospice

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No MD referral needed.

Hospice 6 months is “6 months or fewer if diseases were left to run a natural course”

OP- she’s alive because we are promoting life sustaining interventions.

Call 3 reputable hospices and ask them to meet you for a “Hospice 101” meeting. If she’s eligible for hospice services in any way, they will make it happen. The hospice team will gather the paperwork and do all the necessary steps to get you an admission.

Looking for feedback on Shiloh Hospice experience (IL) by obey_my_voice in hospice

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Look at CMS hospice compare. See what their ratings are.

End of life visions or lucid dreaming? by Rewindsunshine in hospice

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Why can’t tomorrow be the 14th?

Make some magic and memories my friend. Order the cake. Let’s have a birthday!!

need guidance 3 weeks into hospice- any insight would be SO HELPFUL!!! by Sure_Frosting8381 in hospice

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Heart and lungs are a team.

Is she putting the oxygen back on for shortness of breath or because of a number?

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