Wednesday, August 16, 2006
I was very sad when I got to work on Monday and learned that Marlene had passed away. It was an honor caring for her, even though at times, I knew she was still suffering despite what we were doing. The night before she passed, I was very busy so another RN offered to help me pass 9 PM meds and she took Marlenes to her room. Marlene refused to take them saying "You're not my nurse, I want my nurse." So I went in and held her hand and we talked for awhile. I decided to let the RN who was helping me pick up the slack because at that point, Marlene was more important to me. I just felt she needed someone to talk to. Marlene took her meds for me saying they weren't doing any good anyway but if I wanted her to take them, she'd take them. It was an honor caring for her and I am glad she is now free.
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