We had a little excitement when one of her IVs popped out last night. She was sitting up in the chair talking and all of a sudden she said felt the IV come out. We called the nurses, but thankfully my Uncle Jim and Cousin Chris were there visiting at the same time. Both are EMTs and were quick to respond and got Mom back to business in no time. She now has a new IV line on the top of her left hand and all is well. She was ready to get back in bed and relax for the rest of the night after that.
As you know, my Mom is a huge college football fan. It runs in the family so we were both still not wanting to admit that soon we would have to shift to basketball season. Mom and I are so used to watching college football on a Saturday night, so we decided the next best thing would be to watch the Heisman Trophy ceremony. After that was over she was more than ready to get some sleep and turn out the lights.
This morning when I arrived at the hospital I received some fantastic news!! With the help of the nursing staff and a walker Mom had walked from her hospital room to the end of the hallway and back!! She said it felt so good to walk and she wanted to try it again after an afternoon nap. I am so proud of her motivation and determination! Way to go Mom!
Today the nurses are trying to switch some of her medicine from the IV to oral pills. This will be a slow process, but definitely a positive step towards going home. She is more than ready to "get the hell outta here", but her attitude continues to amaze us all! Even the nurses have commented that Mom was the best patient they have and they wished she could teach others a thing or two! :)
Thanks to everyone who continues to support and send well wishes to Mom. She told me today she was so lucky to have such wonderful friends. I couldn't agree with her more!
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I'm lovin hearing about this progress. You Go Girl!! All our love & prayers from Danville. Love ya, Jackie
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