There are a number of signs indicating that a person is approaching the final stage of life. Although these signs do not appear at the same time and in the same form in everyone, they are accepted as general indicators.
According to Milli.Az, the expert states that during the period close to death, decreased intake of food and water, physical weakness, increased sleep duration, and changes in breathing patterns are frequently observed. In some cases, the person experiences confusion, looks into the distance, talks about deceased relatives, or says that they see them.
The death signs determined by the nurse are as follows:
- Decreased intake of food and water;
- Weakening of functional ability;
- Increased sleep duration;
- Decrease in pain;
- Occasional confusion or disorientation;
- Talking about or seeing deceased relatives;
- Changes in breathing patterns;
- Change in skin color;
- Excessive fever (high temperature);
- Cold gaze and tearing;
- Looking into the distance;
- Feelings such as anxiety and restlessness.
