Withdrawal of Care

Nov 10, 2010 22:40

My Great Aunt, who is 94, has had a massive stroke ( Read more... )

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bertine November 11 2010, 04:46:18 UTC
My grandpa was like this in the end. His body was too strong to die and they would never withdraw care completely. He lasted 4 years past the point they thought he would.

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sharya November 11 2010, 04:49:28 UTC
It just feels completely wrong to completely withdraw care.

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bertine November 11 2010, 05:39:15 UTC
I know. I don't know how my mom and her siblings dealt with it.

Also: <3

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gratefuladdict November 11 2010, 05:26:48 UTC
Oh, honey. *hugs*

One of my best friends went through this with his mother last year. You can only make the best decision that you can, honoring what she wanted and what you can live with.

I am sending a lot of love and acceptance and strength your way.

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murun November 11 2010, 05:44:51 UTC
It's a horrible situation to be in, but to have the nurse come out and say that...
When my Dad was on his way, they withdrew the food tube even though it wasn't bothering him at all and it bugs me to this day.
Massive hugs to you ♥

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rpeate November 11 2010, 06:33:03 UTC
It sounds to me as if you're doing very well. You have already decided to preserve comfort. You do not wish to cause her death. What else is left to decide?

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phaedie November 11 2010, 13:24:00 UTC
It's not ironic that you can't give her an overdose it's inhumane.
At work when an animal is beyond help and suffering we are allowed to give them the final gift.
I feel so bad for you Shar <3

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