Geoff and I went to see Mom this morning. Her doctor wants to get her off the vent prior to surgery, so she is off all sedation at this point. He thinks it's better to take her off and just use a temporary breathing tube for the surgery, so, when she's out of surgery, she's off the vent. They are doing some breathing tests on her this morning to make sure she is taking deep enough breaths. I told her she was being tested and Geoff and I worked with her on taking slow, deep breaths. She seemed to be doing a good job at this, as much as she can stay relaxed.
As most of you know, my mom has a ton of energy, and when we got to her room this morning, she had squirmed so much that one of her legs was off the bed. The nurses quickly repositioned her. I told her that she wasn't quite ready for dancing yet.
Mom's surgery has been rescheduled to 4:30PM today, which can always change depending on cancellations or additions to her surgeon's schedule.
We'll keep you posted after surgery.
2 comments:
Jen, Geoff & Heather,
You kids and your sweet mother are in my constant thoughts and my fervent prayers. I miss her so much. We normally talk by phone or by email almost every day. I am glad that she is making such progress after such a devastating accident. Remember to take good care of yourselves, too, okay? Mom needs you there and healthy! I'm anxious to hear how your doctor's appointment goes, Jennifer.
Take care, Sweeties.
Love,
"Cousin" Laurie
(Sheryl won ME in the divorce from Rocky! Lucky her! :o)
Heather, Geoff, and Jen,
Thanks so much for keeping us informed on the progress.
I won't say GREAT news because GREAT news will hopefully come after the surgery today, but it sounds like she is on the right tragectory.
Take care of Cheryl; take care of yourselves,.. and be open to the mass amounts of love and positive energy that is coming your way.
Meghan
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