Signs of Approaching Death
SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL SIGNS OF APPROACHING DEATH
As
death approaches, the person becomes quieter and less interested in
physical surroundings. He/she may become withdrawn, less sociable and
also be confused about time and place.
Vision like experiences may
occur. The person may see or speak to people and places not visible to
you. Try not to explain away what the person is saying. Be supportive
by listening to the person. The person dying may be going
through different emotional states such as guilt, anger frustration,
helplessness or sadness. Tears are a natural expression of one's
feelings and may occur in both the person and his/her family. SPIRITUALITY & CULTURAL RITUALS:
It may be helpful for you to attend to your own special cultural needs at this time.
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