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Sadness of a lonely death
Nursing Standard (Royal College of Nursing (Great Britain) : 1987)
|August 10, 2017
Summary
This narrative describes a poignant first experience caring for a deceased individual with no known family. It highlights the profound simplicity of personal belongings left behind.
Area of Science:
- Medical Sociology
- End-of-Life Care Studies
Background:
- Personal reflection on early career experiences in healthcare.
- The significance of caring for unclaimed bodies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To recount a formative experience in managing the belongings of a deceased individual.
- To reflect on the emotional and practical aspects of end-of-life care for the unclaimed.
Main Methods:
- Personal narrative and reflective practice.
- Inventory and documentation of personal effects.
Main Results:
- The deceased individual possessed minimal personal items: spectacles, dentures, and undergarments.
- The experience underscored the vulnerability and solitude that can accompany death.
Conclusions:
- Early career experiences shape professional perspectives on mortality and care.
- Even in absence of kin, dignified care and respect for the deceased are paramount.
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