What is the most appropriate response to a school-age child who asks if she can talk to her dying sister?
a. "You need to talk loudly so she can hear you."
b. "Holding her hand would be better because at this point she can't hear you."
c. "Although she can't hear you, she can feel your presence so sit close to her."
d. "Even though she will probably not answer you, she can still hear what you say to
her."
D
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A There is no evidence that the dying process decreases hearing acuity.
B The sense of hearing is intact before death. The sibling should be encouraged to
speak to the child, as well as hold the child's hand.
C Hearing is the last sense to cease before death. The sibling should be encouraged
to sit close and speak to the dying child.
D Hearing is the last sense to cease before death. Talking to the dying child is
important both for the child and the family.
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