The awareness of it not being possible to stand by their loved one, due to physical weakness or other symptoms, caused frustration and tears.
They may need to hear that they have performed a difficult task and have done the right thing for their loved one.
Some need to see that their loved one is not going to get well and may be suffering.
Bereaved caregivers reported whether they were "not at all" prepared or prepared for the death of their loved one.
The spiritual beliefs of family members enable them to make sense of the loss of a loved one.
Waiting for a physician to examine and confirm that a loved one has died is an emotion-laden experience.
Each of us who has not already cared for or lost a loved one will do so eventually.
It could also prevent families from experiencing the death of a loved one as more than just a biological event.
