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I'm so glad she's been moved to a "private" room, although privacy in a hospital is an oxymoron. I'm so sorry about the pain, but given the surgery she had, I guess it's to be expected. At least they're feeding her somewhat decent food and gave her a room (and a bathroom!) with a view. Prayers continue, of course!
Thanks for the updates gini!
Prayers continue here for Slick's speedy recovery!
One thing about Dr. Pete is he is magic and once they met, he can now send his special comfort and healing to Slick no matter where she is. Love is like that you know; it knows no bounderies. ;)
Morning update, I'm at work so can't make it as detailed and long as previous from here but will say we both smiled and smiled and she sounded delightful. Of course the meds she had just taken 20 minutes earlier were just starting to "kick in" :rolleyes: ;) Another bad night but after a one-on-one with her own Dr they are going to try a different pain drug. It sounds like gavapan or gavatrin or something like that. She couldn't remember. She was restless about 5 a.m. and reach for a box of goodies Naomi has brought filled with cards and letters and read over each one again - it was like opening it the first time because she doesn't remember the first time :eek: :D She did say that it didn't seem fair, even though she is now benefiting from it, that the more you pay for a room the better the food. After a tired, cold little fish flavored stick thing with chopped green stuff called veggies for one of the first meals YUK!!! A sandwich on a croisant (sp?) was heaven. Still the tube draining fluids but as long as the pain stops she doesn't really care how long it takes before the tube is removed. I gave her Cheryls (E The Spoiled) suggestion about speaking with the nursing supervisor about the meds, not the regular nurses and Dr. She's going to do it. More later but shouldn't really be doing this at work. Don't tell anyone ;)
Your in my prayers slick. You're going to lick this thing.
Some years ago my Mum was involved in a bad road accident and was in hospital for a long time. Poor soul practically had to be re-assembled and was drugged up to the eyeballs for weeks. My husband said it was great visiting her, because you could tell her all the same stuff all time time - she didn't remember hearing it before. :DQuote:
Originally Posted by lbaker
I'm sorry to hear that the pain and the food have both been so bad, but it sounds as if the worst is behind her. I hope she goes from strength to strength now.
Thanks for all the updates. I'm glad she's in a more private room and "all systems are go". ;) Hope the pain can be controlled more.
I'm thinking about you Slick.
Thank you for the update. Slick, you're still in my thoughts and prayers ;)
Thank-you , Ibaker, for taking the time to post another up date on slick.
While I am relieved that she is in a private room, I pray that her Dr. will manage her pain effectively with the above mentioned prescription.
Pain medication sure does take you haunting levels---- :rolleyes: , yet, I pray that this new one will help her rest easy at night.
we were all told, flat out, that she would be in a lot of pain. That is what we are concerned about, first and foremost.
Praying that she can get a handle of this discomfort soon.
I will keep her in my thoughts.
Blessing all of you for the communication across the miles.
So glad for the updates!
Yippee for the private room! :D
We're all still here for you!
Thanks for the update Laurie. {hug}
Hi everyone, I talked to Slick between 5 - 6 this evening. She had just received some pain medication so she was in rare form!
As Laurie told you, she had a bad night - and at 5 AM she was wide awake so got up and started organizing things. The only thing I could think of to say was "OMG, you didn't clean the room did you?" It would be just like her.
No, she got out her box of cards that Naomi had brought and quietly read each one again. She said she was reduced to tears.
Her breakfast was awful - her lunch was good - spaghetti and meat sauce - her Mom ate the chocolate pudding, because Slick doesn't like sweets. She wasn't sure what dinner would bring.
Her Mom came today (in the pouring rain) and spent the afternoon with her.
It takes her mom 45 minutes and two buses each way to get to the hospital. And she is 82. It is very clear that Slick's stamina is genetic!
She cannot have the chest tube removed until Friday at the earliest because it is still draining. If it is removed then - it is possible that she will be able to go home on Saturday or Sunday. She feels once that is removed that her healing will be much more rapid and the pain will diminish considerably.
They did change her medication and she can have it more frequently - so once again, I hope she has a good or better night than last.
Her surgeon's assistant and many resident doctors came to visit her this morning - and all I will share is that they gave her a round of applause. :D :D
She is walking three times a day now - showing off those slippers I bet!!
Noah's Mommy (Kelly) called her this evening and that cheered her up a lot.
All she kept saying to me was "don't worry" = yeah, easy for her to say!!
She did sound the best I have heard her sound though..........so I am very optimistic.
But continued prayers are important - we want her completely healthy and down here cleaning my house for the BBQ - and not some hospital room! :D :D :D (she will kill me for saying this)
xxoo Gini
Hey Gini if your telling her to relax, things are definately getting back to normal. ;) Take care Slick...hopefully those new meds and increased frequency will let you finally get a good nights sleep. {{HUGS}}Quote:
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Thanks so much for the update! Hopefully she'll get that chest tube out soon. I really don't know how she stands it. I know it must be horribly uncomfortable. That is great that her mom came to visit. I can't believe all she had to go through just to get there. I hope she's feeling a lot better soon.
Thanks Gini and Laurie for all of the updates.:) I hope that Slick will sleep much better tonight and that she'll be able to have her nasty chest tube removed very soon so she'll be able to go home and sleep in her own bed. I also look forward to seeing her at next years LA BBQ.:)
Ok Gini, so if Slick can beat you up for what you said we'll know she is ok.
Sounds as if things are going slowly though- we won't uncross these paws, tails and fingers ;)
That was a wonderful update Gini.
Thank-You!!!!!!
Especially, the round of Applause !!!
Prayers are non stop~~~Especially for her to be able to go home soon and sleep in her own bed, consult with Dr. Pete, and hold onto Max!!!!!
I'm so glad to hear such a wonderful update!
I'm glad things are progressing so well...
Heres praying you are home and 100% again real soon!
Tinky and Jupiter send some kitty kisses!
Yay!!!! Send her tons of love from this part of the world too
Thanks for the updates, Laura and Gini - a big applause to you too, and to Slicks mom! :)
It's great to hear they've changed her pain medication, this will hopefully work better, and glad to hear at least some of the food is yummy.
I'm sure Slick is taking all the strolls she can, the more the better! Go and show off your slippers and get an appetite! :D
Hopefully, the chesttube will be removed very soon, this will surely help her sleep better.
Sending lots of hugs and positive thoughts.
Thanks for the updates, Gini and Laurie. It is good to hear they have changed her pain meds. Maybe this one will work much better and Slick will be able to sleep better.
I do hope you get that old tube out very soon, Slick. Glad to hear you are up, and taking walks around the hospital. The more walking, the better. It won't be long, and you'll get that tube out, and get to go home, sleep in your own bed. We love you, and I am still praying for a speedy recovery for you. Get well soon!
Gentle Hugs and lots of Love,
Willie :)
Awesome update. Prayers that the nasty chest tube comes out tomorrow.
Great update! God bless her Mama, what a spunky lady! I hope the chest tube is out soon, sounds awfully uncomfortable. That's great that she will get to go home soon -- and the hardest part for Slick may be "taking it easy" once she's home. Good thing Dr. Pete will be watching over her! ;)
Thanks for the update!
I hope that chest tube stops draining soon so she can go home.
Oh just thinking about her chest tube makes me cringe.
I hope she gets to have it removed!
Thanks for the update!
UGH! Those surgical drains are SO painful and they hurt coming out too. I hope she gets the really good drugs when they take it out. Thanks for all the updates. Slick, up and cleaning? LOL!
Quote directly from Slick:
Day Seven:
Things are looking up, the sun is shining through my window, illuminating the wonderful flowers I have on my windowsill. 7:30 AM I am awoken by Joel. Today I have the pleasure of being looked after by Joel. So far I have been poked by Joel, I have been felt by Joel and my vital signs are being monitored closely, because whenever Joel comes near the numbers skyrocket.
And who is Joel? The most delicious student Dr. you could ever want to meet. Scrubs never looked so good until now.
I am going to request a very special sponge bath today.
More Later :eek: :eek:
So I get this urgent phone call this morning from her friend, Betty. She said that Slick called her and asked her to call me and ask me to phone her after 10AM.
So, I called............and the above is her direct quote. Do you all think she might be getting better??? Her boss came in to visit her so our phone call was cut short. (it's a good thing - Lord only knows what she would have shared next!! :eek: )
:D Our slick is on the mend for sure!!! :D
:eek: That's my sister alright!! :D :D :D :D
sounds like good progress on Slicks part. We need apicture of Joel. sounds like excellant medicine for Slick
Oh that made me grin from ear to ear....and beyond. :D
Go Slick! :D Dr. Joel sounds YUMMY!
Thanks for all of the updates! I think of Slick every day, and check this thread as often as I can. I just cannot always post because I am often at work.... but know that I am thinking of you Slick, and praying for your quick recovery.
Glad to hear you may even be released this weekend!
Keep up the great work... and uh, give Dr. Yummy a hug from me!
Okay, That is all I wanted to hear, (to read)!!! :p
okay Slick, so this vision of "lovliness" has a name now, ~~~~DR. JOEL!!!! :cool:
Enjoy that sponge bath!!!! (Darned, that Boss intercepted) :D
Thinking of YOU everyday, SLICK!!!!
Great Up-Date!!! And, the sun is shining here too!!!!!!! :cool:
That's our girl! http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v1...milies/wub.gif :D
Wow! I am so happy to hear that Slick is obviously feeling a lot better. Tell her we want to hear about delicious Dr. Joel. Maybe she can con him into a pic, too. I hope she gets that very special sponge bath. I'm so glad she's feeling better.
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This "Get Well Soon" thread could soon turn into an X-Rated Thriller!!
Wonder if Dr. Joel travels with a Nurse / Body Guard escort?
Bet Dr. J had to use COLD WATER for that sponge bath! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/eek.gif
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I think someone's on The Road to Recovery ...
Feel More Better, Soon, Slick!!
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Ok, Slick, if you can have naughty thoughts you are defintely on the mend :D
Slick, are you sure his name is Joel, not Raoul?? Does he have a side job as a cabana boy?? :p Did you - er, um... sleep well last night? ;)
In my dreams last night, Slick was visiting me....along with Gini. She looked terrific!
Hope my dream comes true soon....
Ha Ha!!!!! Only our Slick would want a special phone call to share this information! :D :D :D