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In what order does the body shut down when dying?
The digestive and respiratory systems begin to shut down during the gradual process of dying. A dying person no longer wants to eat as digestion slows, the digestive track loses moisture, and chewing, swallowing, and elimination become painful processes.
What part of the body shuts down first?
The brain is the first organ to begin to break down, and other organs follow suit.
How does the body shut down?
When one major organ begins to shut down, it often leads to other organs shutting down. As organs begin to shut down, most people experience drowsiness and may gradually lose consciousness. Eventually the heart and lungs will stop working and the body dies. Breathing patterns change.
When your organs start shutting down?
When the body’s temperature reaches 104 degrees, the internal organs start to shut down.
What are signs of body shutting down?
Signs that the body is actively shutting down are:
- abnormal breathing and longer space between breaths (Cheyne-Stokes breathing)
- noisy breathing.
- glassy eyes.
- cold extremities.
- purple, gray, pale, or blotchy skin on knees, feet, and hands.
- weak pulse.
- changes in consciousness, sudden outbursts, unresponsiveness.
What are the stages of dying?
There are three main stages of dying: the early stage, the middle stage and the last stage. These are marked by various changes in responsiveness and functioning. However, it is important to keep mind that the timing of each stage and the symptoms experienced can vary from person to person.
What is the second stage of dying?
The second stage is active dying. During this stage, the body begins to exhibit signs of death or imminent death. The three most common signs of active dying are moist and noisy breathing, restlessness and agitation, and pain.