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Yes, but you won't be able to tell what the reason is for your mum's agitation. You need a doctor to see her. If your mum is not at end of life, she will need medication to relieve her agitation. If your mum is approaching end of life, she will still need medication, but it may need to be a stronger one and she may need meds delivered through a syringe driver to make her comfortable. In the UK, this is organised by the palliative care team; I think that it's organised by hospice in the US. You can't know without an expert opinion.
Is she on any meds for her agitation? Dementia robs people of their ability to bring themselves to a place of peace and contentment. When my Mom went on the lowest dose of Lexapro for her depression, anger and paranoia it helped her a lot.
Yes, they do get agitated when they are dying. My Mom was given meds for hers. Its anxiety and its not good for them. If you don't have Hospice for her, I recommend it.
If the symptoms of your mother's dementia have changed radically it is time to reach out to her doctor. She may have an electrolyte imbalance or a UTI. She needs to be seen for assessment.
There is or can be Terminal Agitation. If mom is on Hospice contact your Hospice. If mom is not on Hospice it might be time to get a Hospice involved. they will provide you with a lot of support and information. Check out Hospice Nurse Julie she has some great information on You Tube.
AgreableOlive91: Per Google, "Terminal agitation is a set of signs and behaviors that occur in the days leading up to death. Learn how to recognize, manage and cope with this natural part of the dying process."
My mom began to be somewhat agitated in the week before she died, even when sleeping. It seemed to me she was 'busy' within herself; I spoke with the hospital's social worker who affirmed that she was preparing to cross over, out of this life. It may be peculiar, even a bit upsetting, to witness but it is part of their leavetaking.It seems to be instinctual, whether or not a person is aware of their imminent death. We have all heard of other animals taking themselves off to die 'somewhere'; they are seeking solitude for this momentuous and very private transition.
I was told by the hospice nurse that my mom who was on hospice in memory care had terminal agitation. She was prescribed Ativan. At this last phase on the last 2 days before she passed, she was not mentally arousable but she kept moving her limbs as if she was uncomfortable. The Ativan helped make her sleep comfortable. Is this what you were seeing?
The day before my mom passed she showed signs of agitation and restlessness. First, she was prescribed Ativan which helped a little but then hospice came in and gave her morphine in a syringe. I'm so thankful hospice was there because it was very difficult for me to watch. She slept through the night and passed the next morning. Please, please, get hospice care. I wish you and your loved one peace.
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I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
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You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
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Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
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If your mum is not at end of life, she will need medication to relieve her agitation.
If your mum is approaching end of life, she will still need medication, but it may need to be a stronger one and she may need meds delivered through a syringe driver to make her comfortable.
In the UK, this is organised by the palliative care team; I think that it's organised by hospice in the US.
You can't know without an expert opinion.
I wish you strength and your mum peace.
If mom is on Hospice contact your Hospice.
If mom is not on Hospice it might be time to get a Hospice involved. they will provide you with a lot of support and information.
Check out Hospice Nurse Julie she has some great information on You Tube.