Thursday, April 2, 2009

Post-Op Day #3-Update

Mom's nurse just told us the results of her latest chest x-ray. It showed a "slight increase in the atelectasis of the right lower lobe", meaning the collapsed area has gotten a little bit bigger. We have yet to know what the lung doctor has in store for her.

She is still very sleepy. She did eat a little bit of her lunch today which she managed to keep down. Jodie is working on dinner with her. Dr. Seligson, the surgeon, decided that her tiny body just can't tolerate Morphine like other people so he had the nurse shut it off and switch her to pain meds by mouth.

As soon as we know anything else we'll post it!

5 comments:

  1. We follow your postings, so we don't have to bother Chris so often. It is so nice you do this. We are still praying for all of you. Garry & Judy

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  2. Well I hope everything works out. You all know I am still here if you need me! Keep praying, we are. You guys are in our thoughts every minute! love you all.
    Tracy & Steve

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  3. Like others have said Jenny, we are following your posts and appreciate the updates. We, here at school, are keeping your mom and your family in our thoughts and prayers. God watch over and protect all of you.
    Shelley Hill

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  4. sounds like your mom is making progress. just the fact that she's coughing well and maintaining her o2 level is a good sign towards recovery. soon, you'll all be able to get some well needed rest. i'll try to peak in tomorrow(mon.)

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  5. sorry, i didn't sign off on the previous note. the blog wouldn't accept my email ?? so i entered under 'anonymous. anne k.

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