As a medical professional with experience in palliative care, I can tell you that the order in which senses are lost as a person approaches death is not a definitive process and can vary from individual to individual. However, it is commonly believed that hearing might be the last sense to go. This is based on the idea that the auditory system can remain functional for a longer period due to the brain's ability to process auditory stimuli even when other systems are shutting down. The reasoning behind this is that the brain's auditory cortex, which is responsible for processing sound, may continue to function even when other parts of the brain are no longer active. This is why it's often recommended to continue talking to a dying person, as they might still be able to hear you. It's important to note that this is a general belief and not a scientifically proven fact. The actual experience of dying is complex and can differ significantly from one person to another. read more >>

Remember: hearing is thought to be the last sense to go in the dying process, so never assume the person is unable to hear you. Talk as if they can hear you, even if they appear to be unconscious or restless.read more >>