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Yes, I think you are right about everything @Former-Member, but it just hasn't worked out so well for us right now. Dad does have an oncologist, but he wanted Dad to be discharged from hospital, as he (the oncologist) is going away today.... but that isn't the only reason...
My Dad really, really wants to go home, but he is confused and unco-operative. The hospital says he is completely competent. (???)
My sister agreed to take him home, against my advice.... even though she is a nervous wreck and doesn't actually want to care for him. She feels guilty I guess, like she has to be a martyr and care for him, even when it is beyond her.
My Bro got angry and yelled at me, which really upset me. He yelled at me because I wanted to talk to the head nurse and question why they are sending Dad home when he is so weak and sick? Becuase I don't think he will be entirely safe at home, even though he wants to be at home.
We all just assume that Dad only has weeks to live, even though we haven't asked and don't need to know for any reason.
Does all this make sense? I am very tired!!
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