Signs of Death Flashcards
1
Q
Change in vitals
A
1-2 Weeks
1
Q
Change in sleep pattersn
A
1-2 Weeks
2
Q
Teared/glazed eyes
A
Days to hours
3
Q
Pain manifested as grimaces, groans, scowls
A
Days to hours
3
Q
Decreased temp; mottling
A
Days to hours (usually within 24hrs)
4
Q
Fatigue
A
1-2 Weeks
6
Q
Decreased bowl/bladder output
A
1-2 Weeks
9
Q
Irregular/difficult to find pulse
A
Days to hours
10
Q
Increased Pain
A
1-2 Weeks
10
Q
Congestion from secretion build up
A
1-2 Weeks
11
Q
Refusing food/H20
A
Days to hours
12
Q
Little bowel/bladder output
A
Days to hours
13
Q
Decreased appetite/thirst; difficulty taking meds
A
1-2 Weeks
14
Q
Breathing with gaps and stops, slowing
A
Days to hours
15
Q
Drifting consciousness (to unconscious)
A
Days to hours
