Mr.Jackson is terminally ill with metastatic cancer of the colon.His family notices that he is suddenly more focused and coherent.They are questioning whether he is really going to die.The nurse recognizes that a sudden surge of activity may occur

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Days to hours before death,patients commonly experience a surge of energy that brings mental clarity and a desire to speak with family.One to 3 months before death,the dying person begins to withdraw from the world by sleeping more and eating less.One to 2 weeks before death,the body loses its ability to maintain itself,and body systems begin to deteriorate.Near the time of death,the dying person does not respond to touch or sound and cannot be awakened.

MrJackson Is Terminally Ill with Metastatic Cancer of the Colon