My sister is on life support

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Specializes in Peds Homecare.

:crying2:I am so sad, my sister is dying. don't want advice, just needed to tell someone who would understand. I couldn't make myself go, the nurse part of me knows exactly what they are doing. The sister side of me wants to say, noooooooooo. My wonderful, caring, supportive sister. The one I always went to when things didn't make sence. She hasn't spoken a word in 2 weeks. My heart is breaking. I've helped so many people over the years. Why can't I help her. I couldn't bare to be there when they shut off the vent, when they give her the morphine. Why didn't I have the strength to go hold her hand and tell her it's ok to go. I've done it for patients, why couldn't I do it for her? Sorry if I have babled, my heart is breaking. I am sitting here waiting for my brother in law to call and tell me it's over. I've wanted to tell all of you for a while now, but couldn't make myself type the words. I knew what was coming the first night, after they told me she coded and she was without oxygen for over 5 minutes, I knew what had happened. Thanks for reading, I can't see the keys from the tears. God Bless you all:redpinkhe

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I pray that God will give you peace in your heart.

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Specializes in Med Surg, Hospice.

I'm praying for you.

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Specializes in Med-Surg and L & D.

our thoughts and prayers are with you and our tears fall with yours. god bless you at this time of need and sorrow.

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Specializes in LTC, assisted living, med-surg, psych.

I am so sorry. You and your sister will be in my thoughts and prayers.:icon_hug:

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I'm sure your sister knows you are there in spirit. She wouldn't want you to be there if it causes you this much distress. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers. May you find peace that her suffering is almost at an end. God bless you all. :crying2:

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Specializes in OB/GYN,L&D,FP office,LTC.

Colleen,

I'm so sorry. I am praying for your family.

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Specializes in Cardiac Care.

Oh, I am so sorry. There just aren't words...

I'm holding you and your sister close to my heart in prayer and peace. Gods blessings to you both.

Hugs.

Don

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Specializes in Oncology, OR.

I can't imagine the pain you must be going through. My heart goes out to you and your family.

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im praying for your sis and your strength..

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Specializes in ICU/PCU/Infusion.

awww sweetie. take extra care of yourself right now. i'm holding you and your sister and your family in my prayers. you have given so much, and so has she, and now she may rest.

((((((((((((((hugs)))))))))))))

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Specializes in ER/EHR Trainer.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Hope she slips away peacefully, and that you and yours find the peace you all need.

God Bless You,

Maisy:redbeathe

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