'Til death do us part
In Brief The author's 40-year nursing career began as an EMT and evolved into a lifelong commitment to helping others. Retirement brought unexpected trials when his wife was diagnosed with ALS. As her primary caregiver, he faced the slow, heartbreaking progression of the disease. This poignant reflection is a testament to enduring love, the fragility of life, and perseverance through life's most profound challenges.
Authors
- M. Thomas Quail
Institutions
- Hess (United States) (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Nursing
- Published
- 2025-12-22
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1097/nsg.0000000000000297
- Primary Topic
- Nursing education and management
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00