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dickthegrouch

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14. The single best piece of advice I was given when supporting a patient

Thu Jan 9, 2025, 02:29 PM

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Was never to treat them as if they were on their last legs.
It’s a difficult balance between seeming to ignore the reality of the prognosis and maintaining a positive and light atmosphere. But continuing to discuss subjects of interest and passion is a great way to start. Taking cues from the patient IF they want to discuss the future is best.
I’ve also told everyone I love that since hearing is said to be the last sense to go, I don’t want to hear wailing and screaming, but expressions of love as I pass.

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I told my daughter today. [View all] Sparkly Wednesday OP

Beautiful, Sparkly. 🫶🏽 blm Wednesday #1

I'm not so sure, but I tried my best! Sparkly Wednesday #2

I think you hit the right tone and I admire blm Wednesday #4

I am glad you told her and now she knows. Irish_Dem Wednesday #3

Happy it's behind you, and the good things that are AHEAD! elleng Wednesday #5

There is so much love in your words and most certainly your love shows for your family Deuxcents Wednesday #6

Your strength is a testament to her and us. onecaliberal Wednesday #7

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You did so well🩷🩷🩷! MLAA Wednesday #9

You will need the love and support of your daughter as well as the entire family in the coming months FakeNoose Wednesday #10

That was an excellent handling of a serious Bluethroughu Wednesday #11

Brava, Sparkly!! babylonsister Wednesday #12

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