Good to hear that you were able to realize your own needs, and try to share that with the nurse. Not so good about the panic though. It amazes me how strong those feelings and thoughts are, when for those who don't have that reaction just can't understand. It seems like such a simple thing

I'm glad your mom is still in hospital and hope they can keep her until other arrangements are made for her, rather than you being responsible. That just doesn't work, no matter what family thinks.

TC