flwrjunke Posted September 19, 2005 Posted September 19, 2005 Yesterday when I got to my Moms the Hospice nurse was there. My Moms breathing had become very labored. The nurse had us increase her morphine sulfate drops to help ease her breathing. So after giving her this she slept for over 4 hours. I sat there and counted how many breaths she took (6-8 per minute)and held her hand. When she woke, she was very disoriented and confused. She kept taking off her oxygen and wanted to walk around. We helped her stand and walk a little and then it was like she was on the move again. We did this for about 30 minutes, all the time her talking off her oxygen and getting a little frustrated. I tried to explain to her that taking off the oxygen would not help make it be over any sooner and keeping it on will make her more comfortable. Then, she seemed like she understood, but didn't. I spoke to our caregiver this morning and the same is going on. She was going to call the nurse to see what time she will be there today so I can head down there for her visit. (I'm at work for now) I'm sure all of this is normal. Her wanting to get up and walk scares me. I'm just worried that she may hurt herself. She's not really been able to speak since last Friday. We are able to make out some of what she tries to say but now with the morphine and the confusion it's all just so hard. I pray for peace and comfort for my Mom. I pray for God to take her into his arms and hold her until we meet again. I am so grateful to find this board. Everyone here has been so helpful and kind. Thanks for letting me vent. Patty Quote
Ann Posted September 19, 2005 Posted September 19, 2005 I'm saying prayers for both you and your mom!!! Quote
nancy c Posted September 20, 2005 Posted September 20, 2005 Morphine does cause some confusion. But...comfort is the goal..so sometimes we have to deal with these side effects. I am praying for you and your family. This is a terrible disease. No one should have to experience all this pain and grief. God bless you, Nancy C Quote
kamataca Posted September 20, 2005 Posted September 20, 2005 God love you, I feel for you. I'll say some extra prayers for you tonight. , Kelly Quote
MilliBr1 Posted September 20, 2005 Posted September 20, 2005 Keeping both of you in my prayers. Quote
Maryanne Posted September 20, 2005 Posted September 20, 2005 I pray for your mom to be at peace, and she will be soon. I am so sorry for what you are going through. Been there it is so hard. Thinking of you... Maryanne Quote
Botley Posted September 20, 2005 Posted September 20, 2005 Dear Patty, Prayers for your Mom and your entire family! I am so sorry that you have to go through this and I pray that peace and comfort are with her. Take Care, Botley Quote
LynneH Posted September 20, 2005 Posted September 20, 2005 Patty, this is such an unbearably difficult time for you. I hope her agitation stops soon and then she will be able to be more comfortable. Take care of yourself as well. I'm so sorry about your Mom, Lynne Quote
sharyn Posted September 20, 2005 Posted September 20, 2005 Patty, You are going through one of the most difficult and heartbreaking times of your life, I pray for your peace and for your Moms peace also... Quote
Leslie221 Posted September 20, 2005 Posted September 20, 2005 (((Patty))) Sending caring thoughts and strength to you and your mom. Leslie Quote
cathy Posted September 21, 2005 Posted September 21, 2005 ((Patty)) I know your pain and my heart breaks for you .. I'm so sorry that you and your family have to go through this..Praying for your mom right now.. Quote
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