LGBTQIA+ on Yik Yak | My family keeps using “transitioned” as a euphemism for died, and its cooking me (not in a transphobic way, just an unaware way)

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My family keeps using “transitioned” as a euphemism for died, and its cooking me (not in a transphobic way, just an unaware way)

Anonymous 1w

Tbh we use “transitioned” in the medical field to describe someone who passed away and “transitioning” when they’re in their final moments

Anonymous 1w

Doing this now

Anonymous

#2 1w

Some people might but we shouldn’t. It’s better to use clear language and not euphemism when you’re a medical professional

Anonymous

#3 1w

In my experience, hospice frequently uses this terminology so it’s “easier” when families hear it. I’m not necessarily saying it’s right or wrong, but this is my experience working in LTC and palliative care.

Anonymous

#2 1w

I definitely agree that it happens, but what I was taught in palliative care classes is that it’s better to use clear language