Good News:
- The LP went great! He tolerated sitting up (with the help of lots of nurses since he's obviously still sedated) long enough for this to happen. His ICP dropped dramatically as soon as they took some fluid out. Went from being in the high teens to being at a 5 when I left about an hour ago! That's great!! We won't know the results of the LP until tomorrow.
- He's been having vasospasms the past couple days and this was one of the reasons they really wanted the SPECT. But, today showed that the spasms had decreased, so they don't feel it's as urgent to get the SPECT. Since they can really only do one test per day (because that's all he's been able to handle), they will try and get another CT instead.
Not the Best News:
- His lab tests came back on the bone flap they took out. They found Staph on it, which is confusing because how did it get there? Did he have it prior to surgery or did it happen in surgery? Lots of answers still to come since they had just found this bit of info out right before I left. So, this means lot and lots of hand washing and 'gelling' (anti-bacterial gel they've got ALLLLL over the place). No eating in his room and no kids, since it is contagious.
- Also, we've got the issue of bed sores already. He doesn't have any yet...but the specialist noticed areas that look like they will become something. So, they want to switch his bed today to a bed that I believe moves air around to different areas to stimulate different areas of the body. This was just done around 2ish...went smoothly! YAY!
- His temperature is still an issue and that is being constantly monitored with a new cooling device.
My mind is becoming over whelmed with all the information and I find myself forgetting to ask questions that need to be asked. I keep telling people that when we have one step forward, it seems there's always another step in the direction that's not quite as forward...let's say off to the side. Sounds better than saying 'backwards'. :)
~Betsy
Betsy you are so awesome for keeping us all up to date on Scott's recovery. Your whole family is amazing. Brian asked me to pass on their love and best wishes for a speedy recovery. Their family prays for you all every day. Lots of love. Sandie
ReplyDeleteHey ladies, ya'll ("Virginia speak for all of you") weren't kidding about this being a roller-coaster ride! Putting it as a sideways movement does put a positive spin on things, Scott continues on with the good fight, is all we ask for.
ReplyDeleteBetsy, your Scott briefings are great, don't believe that a doctor or nurse could put it anymore succinct.
As for pooping, well our last hospital go around here, not naming names mind you, pooping played a big role in the recovery process. No really, get two people talking about it, comparing notes if you will,..if they had one, when they had the last one, OMG to the point of discribing shapes! It's hysterical.
You find humor wherever you can.
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ReplyDeleteBetsy we really appreciate how well you have kept us up to date. It's been so nice, whenever we log on there is a new update full of information, THANKS!! Hang in there Scott, you're doin' awesome! We love you and your sweet family. You are in our thoughts and prayers all day long! - Josh and Dora
ReplyDeleteBetsy, Try to stay positive, use the nurses, and this blog is great. More than anything letting Scott know you are there with him, watching what is being done and asking why is so important. This is coming from a nurse....ask why, why, why. Know what medications he is getting and why, what tests he is getting and why. It helps not only you but also the staff.
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