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Poetry

This is the perspective of your dementia nurse. This is for all the caregivers and patients who are battling with dementia. You are not alone.

01. Professional Sympathy

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by pearlqueen00

by pearlqueen00

I've seen you all crying

While holding his pale hand

As I take his vitals

My routine as planned.

I keep my face in check

Professionally sympathetic

No, I can't cry with you too

Must only be empathetic.

And I wish I could tell you,

I've been in your shoes before,

I've held a loved one's hand too

Without knowing what's in store.

But I hope you all know,

That I am also feeling for you

Behind these practiced actions

I've felt your pain too.