Bobbie had a pretty good day yesterday:
- she got up and made three walks down the hallway throughout the day
- started coughing as they requested helping to get her lungs back in action
- got moved to a private room - no roommate, woohoo!
However, her night was a little rough. They had to adjust her NG tube (nasal drainage for stomach) a bit and that was exceptionally painful for her even though they said it shouldn't be at all. The doctors were notified so that they medicate her appropriately before removing it when the time comes. Her blood oxygen level has also been running a little low, so they have her on oxygen to help with that. Her sleep was restless, intermittent and frequently interrupted so I'm pretty sure that she is just generally tired. She is actually sleeping as I type this. She has been running a fever this morning and isn't feeling particularly well. Both pain and nausea along with discomfort in her nose from the NG tube adjustment along with the oxygen tubes. The bandage was removed from her incision (though surgical tape still remains) and that has been causing her some discomfort as well.
On more positive notes, they took her urinary catheter out this morning so she is able to use the restroom normally. They also told her that she should be able to take a shower today if she wants. Additionally she continues to use the "Incentive Deep Breathing Exerciser " to help cause her to cough and clear her lungs.
Unfortunately, it looks pretty doubtful that she will be up for visitation today. I know a few of you were interested in doing so, but it is probably best to postpone. She still has her cell phone, so just be sure to call ahead and check before planning a visit. If she doesn't answer, she will call you back as soon as she is up to it.
Wish I had all good news in this update, but if nothing else, let this serve as a demonstration that it is a struggle that she endures and not just an issue of time in the hospital.
Thank you all for your vigilant words, thoughts and prayers.
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