Thursday, July 8, 2010

Thursday afternoon

Just got back from the clinic. Deb is fuzzy-brained and tired. Her BP was low so they gave her an IV. They also gave her some other meds via IV. Before I could bring her home they issued us a 'emergency' infuser that I can hook up if she gets a fever in the evening. This hospital tries to equip us with training and the stuff needed to be outpatients (think-cheaper and more family-friendly).

Because her Potassium was low today,they sent an infuser for that which takes 5 hours to enter Deb's body thru the port. Remember my comments last month about being fearful of using the ports? It's beginning to be the new normal for us.



Israel was in the chair next to us. He told me that he thinks he made a bad mistake by insisting he stay here and complete the treatments without going home for a break.He said we did the right thing to take a break. I agree!!!! By the way, he was born in 1938. Going home for 2.5 weeks was one of the best feelings of life. Our modest home felt like Buckingham Palace.

Another lady patient was really craving her favorite restaurant. She couldn't find anyone who knew if/where it was. I pulled out Deb's iPad, typed in the name and 'bong',there it was. Wonderful invention!

Blessings all!

Vern

2 comments:

  1. Thanks for your faithful updates! God be with the both of you!

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  2. Alex and Jackie KingJuly 8, 2010 at 8:45 PM

    It is so wonderful that you keep us informed on a timely basis. I read every day, but don't always comment. We, too, are praying for a complete recovery and a "sooner than later homecoming". Take care of yourself because the caregiver can get worn down without realizing it. Looking forward to the news of Amanda's baby arriving safely. The comments about the Carter family and "wildwood flower" brought back many memories for me as well since I hail from TN as well.

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