The author explains what the deaths in his geriatric ward have taught him. It is about mental hygiene and the means to accompany these patients at the end of life. Listening, talking, being there for them in order to better care for the living.
What is already known about the topic?
The death of our patients can create a burden that may interfere with our mission of care.
What does this article bring up for us?
Thoughts and actions, appropriate and healthy attitudes toward patients at the end of life.
Keywords
Geriatrics, death, accompanying