A field guide for men who are supporting their wife or significant other in becoming free of cancer. Especially when they are hit by a stroke in mid-treatment. I outline the process and experiences, and offer tips and hints for others. My dear wife, Meagan, died from Stage 4 melanoma cancer.
Monday, November 21, 2011
Restless afternoon
She's been restless and agitated this afternoon, so I've been giving her medications hourly in escalating amounts to find a combo that calms her. Very similar to Saturday night. Hospice nurse visited before noon and walked me through what to expect and how best to comfort her. The human body really fights as long as it can. I think we are doing everything we can - I have good aides and she has had constant attention. It's interesting how, despite her unconscious condition, she will respond to someone talking to her. My amazing sister Molly was talking to her about a variety of things and telling her how she was going to take care of me and the boys and Meagan responded with a little smile.
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