Tom's battle with metastatic cancer escalated, complicating home care for his wife, Sue, who was overwhelmed with caregiving. A hospice physician intervened, advocating for Tom's transfer to facilitate better pain management and support. While this decision was difficult for Sue, it ultimately proved beneficial, providing necessary comfort to Tom in an inpatient setting. The story highlights the importance of professional hospice care in easing the burdens on families during critical end-of-life situations.
"You have done everything possible for Tom at home, it's too much to ask of you or anybody. He needs a higher level of care."
"It took some convincing to get Sue to say yes. Getting a devoted spouse to agree to move their dying partner out of the home isn't always easy."
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