Daddy did very well on Friday having the feeding tube put in. They were able to do it by the Laproscopic procedure and there were no complications. They have put him on a continuous feed and it seems to be helping.
He is scheduled to have another dose of the chemo treatment tomorrow and he should go to radiation at some point in the day. He is still getting two antibiotics to fight the c-diff and according to the nurse Daddy had yesterday it was in her computer that he had a staff infection (not MRSA) and pneumonia too. Which was the first time we heard that. I have to say the care Daddy has received under these new Doctors at this end of the 10th floor doesn't even compare to the care he received from Dr. Chen and the staff at the other end. I realize he was in PCU, but it was the same patient to nurse ratio of 1 to 4 and when Daddy needed something they were there within 10 min. On this end, it took him over 2 1/2 hours to get pain meds, over 8 hrs to get another medication the doctor ordered, his sugar was over 200 one day last week at 8:00 a.m. and he didn't get his insulin shot until after 1:00 p.m. Those are just a few of the incidents that's happened on this end. Looks like it's time for another meeting with the Director.
Not sure when Daddy will be coming home. The new Doctors are talking about sending him home the first of the week. Even though they haven't let him get up and walk since he's been back in here. They even have the alarm set on his bed that sounds if he tries to get up. Doesn't make a lot of sense does it?
For the most part Daddy seems to be holding his own. Thank you for the continued prayers and support. It's been a long 2 1/2 months.
7 comments:
We think of you guys daily and I am sorry it has been such a long 2 1/2 months. I hope things get better and we will keep praying for you. Give hugs to all.
Bruce and Kim
We continue to think of you all and pray for you. I am sure all of you are exhausted from all Roy has been through. Stay on the staff regarding his care, I am sure you will! That shouldn't be an issue at all. The state of care in this day is sadly not what it should be. Our prayers continue for all!
Definitely sounds like you need to meet with someone in charge, & possibly the media! The care he's getting now sounds negligent! Many prayers for Uncle Roy & the whole family.
Love,
Karla Setchel
So Sorry for the problems. Will continue to pray for continued healing.
David and Becky Layman
Please meet with someone regarding his care.. those things should not have happened.
Scott and I are praying for all of you. I know you all must be so tired. How is your mom holding up?
Hugs to your mom and dad... thanks for continuing to post.
Lisa Hippeard
Between the Alouf's & the Harris's complaining you would think RMH would finally get this stuff squared away...next step???
Prayers for all.
God Bless, Laurie Ann & Tommy
We are continuing to pray for LeRoy and the whole family. You should not have to struggle to get the proper care--you should only have to concentrate on LeRoy's recovery. I hope you can get someone's attention. A letter to the editor of the newspaper would not be out of line even if his care does improve. I have been in your shoes with demanding care for my Mother. Hang in there, give our love to your Mom and Dad, and let us know if we can help in any way. Love, Jan and Jesse
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