Alexandra Robbins Quote
California nurse Jared Axen was holding a dying hospice patient’s hand when he began to sing an old hymn. The woman, who didn’t speak English, hadn’t been responsive in days. But when Axen sang to her, she squeezed his hand, a response that soothed the woman’s family. Six years later, Axen, a classically trained musician, sings to some of his patients every day. It gives them their humanity back, he said. Music is a common language that helps me connect with my patients. Many patients also claim to feel better and to need fewer pain medications, Axen said. It’s become a vital tool for my patients and their families.
Alexandra Robbins
California nurse Jared Axen was holding a dying hospice patient’s hand when he began to sing an old hymn. The woman, who didn’t speak English, hadn’t been responsive in days. But when Axen sang to her, she squeezed his hand, a response that soothed the woman’s family. Six years later, Axen, a classically trained musician, sings to some of his patients every day. It gives them their humanity back, he said. Music is a common language that helps me connect with my patients. Many patients also claim to feel better and to need fewer pain medications, Axen said. It’s become a vital tool for my patients and their families.
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