We got more clarity on the drip / no drip for my MIL issue today, which I will share in-case it helps anyone in the future.
The cannula is a useful way of giving her pain relief as well as the other fluids (which have been given to keep her hydrated and support her kidneys), so keeping it has this benefit. Without it they would need to switch to injections for the pain. However, if there is notable discomfort or distress caused by setting up or administering the drip - or they can no longer easily find a vein - it won't be the best option anymore. They said they will revisit the question day to day.
Strangely, my MIL is doing better these last few days and seems calmer and a little more coherent, though she knows nothing of what's happening. All starting to really affect my OH though I've never seen him like this before. It's heartbreaking
The cannula is a useful way of giving her pain relief as well as the other fluids (which have been given to keep her hydrated and support her kidneys), so keeping it has this benefit. Without it they would need to switch to injections for the pain. However, if there is notable discomfort or distress caused by setting up or administering the drip - or they can no longer easily find a vein - it won't be the best option anymore. They said they will revisit the question day to day.
Strangely, my MIL is doing better these last few days and seems calmer and a little more coherent, though she knows nothing of what's happening. All starting to really affect my OH though I've never seen him like this before. It's heartbreaking