It's all relative: caring for a family member.

Abstract

As she hangs up the phone, Ling realizes she has a decision to make. Her sister, Naomi, is being discharged after an unexpected hospitalization and will need nursing care at home for several weeks. As a registered nurse, Ling is used to fielding requests for minor care and advice from family members and friends. This situation however, will be more difficult to navigate. She knows her family will want her to be involved in Naomi's care, and if she's honest with herself, she would like to be as well. But would it be the best approach for everyone involved? How will Ling keep separate her roles as nurse and sister?