Hospice Care with Congestive Heart Failure

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[doreenwhitehead]

As a retired nurse afrer working 43 yrs, I enjoy your channel. I am amazed at what you have created. You are matter of fact without being morbid; you normalize death; provide education and hope while being organized, clear and to the point. For what it's worth, i amproud of a another doing a great job. Keep on doing.

[horseladyjane]

I went into CHF in the mid 90's, had successful mitral valve repair in '97, wasnt expected to live past my mid 40's and here I am kicking it at 62. You never go a second before God plans.
Thank you Nurse Julie for your kind and compassionate content.

[patriciarivas]

My mother had it since she was in her late twenties. She was diagnosed until much older. My mom always needed naps and when my mom had an episode requiring the emergency room, she became a hell cat. My mom was the kindest and sweetest person and she was very difficult for staff and had to be sedated. Then we were told she was end of life. The hospice staff were kind and helped us through this. The death rattle and the realization she was close to dying was hard. I gave my mom the first drops of morphine to ease her discomfort. Thank goodness for the hospice rns on the phone to help guide us. Hospice is a special breed of nurses for sure.

[catmama]

My husband had congestive heart failure, and then the medication he was on for years affected his kidneys. At the end of his life, he was on dialysis his lungs were filling up with fluid and he came home from his last dialysis appointment and said I’m done. That night went into the hospital the next day they moved him to hospice And six days later he was gone. He was a big strong man and what he did to him was horrible. The hospice center he went to was wonderful. I can’t say enough about them. The worst time in my life, they helped both my husband, my stepdaughter and myself immensely.

[sillililli]

My Dad lived with CHF up until he passed away 2 months short of being 99 years old. He lived with only 15% of his heart functioning for decades after being diagnosed as having CHF. He was doing well, all things considered, he would travel regularly, looked good for his age, and had a healthy appetite. The staff at the hospital were surprised by his activity level right up to the end. So, for those of you living with CHF, whether it is yourself or someone you know, take heart (no pun intended), and live your life.

[DrParapsychologist]

My Father died from congestive heart failure. He had a pacemaker, defibrillator. He was moved to UAB in Birmingham, AL and moved his work/office (he was a Vice President of a major university in Florida) to be on the transplant list for a new heart. It never came after waiting 14 months. And he passed away waiting. Please be a donor. Thanks for your video, it brought back alot of memories. 🙏

[wendy]

Dear Julie, Thank you for covering this topic. I am a CHFer. When I was diagnosed, I repeatedly asked my healthcare team what the advanced stages would look like and each one of them, in their own way declined to answer. I think it made them uncomfortable than it did me. I have since given up asking, but still wondered. Thank you for having the courage to cover these topics. I see hospice nurses as angels of mercy.

[sniff]

I'm a 40 year old man. I recently was hospitalized because of fluid on my lungs caused by CHF. It's been scary. I was bench pressing almost 600 lbs, leading a crew that was updating Neyland Stadium. I never went to the doctor because I was "immortal". I know how silly that sounds now. I took care of everyone. I was the safety net. Now, I feel helpless and it's been a difficult adjustment. I wanted to say thank you ma'am. This has helped me a little. That's more than usual

[caroldustin]

You are so helpful. My husband has been admitted to hospice two weeks ago.. he is in end of life heart failure and stage 5 kidney failure.. your knowledge has helped me see things as they are happening so i am not going to be afraid. He sleeps about 20 hours a day and has stopped eating. I give him whatever he wants... hospice is great with it thank you. Thank you. Thank you

[LittleBlueFish]

My youngest son had CHF from ages 9 to 14. He had a heart transplant 11 years ago that eliminated the CHF. So far he’s doing really well.

[THEMamaVicky]

COPD, CHF, AFIB, and that deep breath occasionally is worth all the gold in the world! Rare, but so worth it.

[Zvynb]

“Our bodies are built to die, they know how to do it” wow this gave me so much relief ✨

[miedgarful]

I was treated for CHF at the age of 48 and spent 10 days in hospital. They say that I have Dialated Cardiomyopathy and AFIB. I swim 5 times a week at my favourite outdoor pool and I am turning 64 later this month. Don't give up and keep moving.

[devindarko]

I lost my husband 6 years ago to cancer and watched him die. He was 30, i was 28 at the time. It was so bizarre to watch and was my first death experience. Your videos are helping me cope with this experience and helping me feel a little more at ease with knowing my time will come one day too. Thank you❤

[auntiem]

My mother died from CHF this morning. Life is different and I miss her like crazy already. However, Julie, your videos have been a wonderful resource over the last few months for me. Thank you.

[dalequale]

I'm 69 and the healthiest person in my veteran housing. My neighbor is now in the hospital 🏥 again so mortality is so REAL.
I'M OK with that but you've removed the terror of the dying process. 🙏 You're an angel 😇 🙏

[GregSr]

Excellent info. You described my 88 year old father almost exactly. He lived with us for six years before he died. He was on hospice less than a month. He was so weak at the end but he really enjoyed taking a shower. We got him a special chair he could sit on in the shower. Then he would just sit there with the water pouring over him. When he was done I'd hear the water shut off. I knew he needed help getting out of the bathtub. I'd help him step out of the tub and then place his robe over his back and towel him off. He seemed to enjoy the whole showering process. I felt good being able to help him with his shower. His whole demeaner improved after taking a shower. Now I look back on those days fondly.

[peishancraken]

Psychedelics are just an exceptional mental health breakthrough. It's quite fascinating how effective they are against depression and anxiety. Saved my life.

[juliewesterling]

My Dad died of CHF also had Diabetes. We were told he had a week at most to live so he came home from the hospital on Hospice. He was awake for 2 days then went unconscious and passed 2 days later. Mom had to give him Morphine during that time. His death was peaceful thankfully.

[MrScscraig]

I'm in an assisted living facility CHF& COPD. I have 4 copies of your book. I share them with residents and staff. You helped me put a name on air hunger. I'm telling everyone I meet about your channel channel. Bless you and the work you're doing.❤❤❤