Deb has progressively gone downhill this morning. We had a lot of attention by the nurses and APN (Advanced Practice Nurses-'boss nurses')
First the additional IV for blood pressure, then the platelets, then they discovered she has sores from her 'rooter to her tooter' as Willie used to say. In other words, mouth sores that extend thru out the netherworlds. So, more meds for that.
Then we had an emotional breakdown when Deb found out it was morning. She had been thinking it was afternoon. She was so upset and sobbing about her mental confusion. Fortunately, an angel nurse who has taken a special interest in Deb flew in to rescue her. She ministered calm and love to Deb.
So, we are finally back at the apt and I had planned a Kroger run, but I can't leave her. She is suffering from 'chemo brain' and she is in and out of what looks like a series of short naps. I fixed her some fresh cucumber,tomato, cottage cheese salad and she put a fork load on her chin because she could not find her mouth. She also has some hand tremors.
She is also hallucinating. She dreams and is connecting events in her dreams to conversations with me and others. While ago she was talking to my sister Kay,who is in Warner Robins.
We have another clinic visit at 4 pm today.
So, now you know how to pray!
Vern
Praying unceasingly...
ReplyDeletePraying for things to take a turn for the better — an end to pain and delirium. Her confusion is understandable with what she's going through but I know how unsettling it can be — especially for the caregiver. Try to remember to "breathe," Vern. Wish I could wave a magic wand and get some rest for you, too. Love you and praying for you both. Angela C.
ReplyDeleteOMG You both need serious intervention from HIM!
ReplyDeleteLove, Yvonne
Bless your hearts. Much love and prayers for both of you. Jan Williams
ReplyDeletePraying this very moment for miracles so badly needed. Love you guys!! xOx
ReplyDeletePraying....for healing and peace. I believe it was Edith Schaeffer that said pray and then do the next thing - I believe this was when she was caring for her husband when he had cancer (may be wrong about that - its been years since I read it but think of it when I'm under stress). Sounds like you are doing that. Cindy
ReplyDeleteharold and I praying . . .
ReplyDeleteDeb and Vern I continue to pray for you two. The classrooms at McIntosh are getting new flooring and paint. All the teachers from the CTAE Department met after school today and packed-up your room. I will drop you personal "stuff" off at your house when you get home. We all miss you Deb and pray for you to be healed.
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