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Area of Science:

  • Medical Sociology
  • Nursing Ethics
  • Thanatology

Context:

  • The historical shift of death from the home to the hospital setting.
  • The pervasive fear of death in contemporary society.
  • The need for healthcare professionals to confront mortality openly.

Purpose:

  • To advocate for the reintroduction of death as a present theme in daily nursing routines.
  • To explore the origins of death anxiety and the importance of open discussion.
  • To encourage proactive planning for end-of-life care, focusing on both physical and emotional comfort.

Summary:

  • This paper reflects on the historical transition of death from the domestic sphere to hospital environments.
  • It discusses the psychological impact of death avoidance and the necessity for dialogue.
  • The core argument is for nurses and healthcare professionals to integrate discussions and planning around death into their daily practice to improve patient comfort.

Impact:

  • Facilitates a more holistic and compassionate approach to end-of-life care.
  • Empowers nurses to provide better support and comfort to dying patients.
  • Contributes to demystifying death within healthcare settings, reducing anxiety for both patients and providers.