Spiritual and religious rites are often associated with death and dying. These rites are meant to prepare people for the processes of death and grief. For example, the Catholic Church performs Last Rites, or Anointing of the Sick, which is a preparation of the soul before entering death. This ritual can be a welcome salve to a pained family and a relief to a person who may feel burdened by regret before feeling free to transition.
The death experience is unique to everyone, but one thing remains consistent for more than one-quarter of elderly people: as they approach death, they are not prepared or able to make their wishes clear. This discussion of the death process and making end-of-life plans need to take place earlier in the lifespan when an individual is coherent and well enough to discuss these matters.
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To learn more about the topic, watch the video Advance care planning: Preferences for care at the end of life Links to an external site. (Films Media Group, 2008).
For the following discussion:
Thinking of your own life, share whether you have an advanced directive. Share why you do or do not have these plans.
Elaborate: I do not have yet growing up in the indian culture advanced directives never had importance until I myself became a healthcare professional. I do plan on having one sooner than later.
The decision to donate (or not) your body or organs is important, and one you may not want to leave to your loved ones. Consider whether you would like to donate your tissues, organs, or even your entire body. Talk through your thought process here, and ask any questions you may have.
Elaborate: I would not want to becausese in my culture we cremate the whole body and we belive in a afterlife.
Now thinking about your own experiences with the grief surrounding death and dying, when you reach the end of life what do you want your family to know about your wishes?
Some people actively plan their funerals or life celebration. What are some reasons planning your own funeral is something you are interested in doing (or have done), or not?
Elaborate: I dont want any one to dwell on my death for too long, know it is inevitable, one thing that is promised in life. Know I will be ok. I want my family to think of the good times we shared.
Spiritual and religious rites are often associated with death and dying. These r
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