I hate the smell, the beeps, the droning fans and the life support machines lying around. I hate when the staff start saying "every case is different" followed by "I haven't seen this before." But even more so, I hate when they avoid responses to your questions, or worse, don't tell you of changes. I can see changes. I'm not blind.
Edema is setting in fast - I went home for 2 hrs, and came back to +3 swelling in his extremities. He's had to be suctioned more frequently, and it's thick and bloody. They avoided explanation, until I asked them if what I was seeing was acurate. They agreed (who knows what they are holding back that I don't see). Yeah, I'm officially worried now.
Monday is now the very earliest they will extubate.
Saturday, December 27, 2008
I hate ICUs
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Kim please let us know if there's anything we can do. If you need to talk to Michael, we're around. We're keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
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Josie
Kim, we're here praying with you! Please let us know if you need any help at all.
ReplyDelete-Rich
Kim - Jason and the girls are lucky to have such a strong wife and mom. We are thinking about you all and hoping for a better day tomorrow.
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the Mentons
My thoughts are with you. Sometimes ICU doctors and nurses forget they are dealing with real people. Keep reminding them. Please let me know if there is anything I can do. (615-300-8901).
ReplyDeleteGeorge
I just heard about Jason. You, Thies and your children are in our prayers. I am not sure which hopsital Thies was admitteds to, but my aunt works for a couple of hospitals in the Richmond area and could potentially be a helpful resource for you (i.e. making sure you get the attention / service you need).
ReplyDeleteAndrew Smith
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703-725-6919
Kim,
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry! I had no idea any of this was going on until just now. No wonder I haven't heard from you in awhile. My heart and prayers go out to you during this very difficult time. I know I'm not exactly down the street but if there is something I can do please let me know. ((HUGS)) to you and the girls and of course Jason.
Natalie Sanders