Just spoke to Steven's nurse, Tim. He said he had a good night, and said that he is wide awake. He still won't cough on command so they are going to have to suction him...he just loves that :(
The doctors have not done rounds yet today...but once they do, they will decide whether or not to move him to a different floor. Not sure if he will get moved because they are still concerned about the congestion in his chest and that he won't cough.
The other reason he may not get moved today is Steven needs a canopy bed and we need to wait until one is available...this will prevent him from being an escape artist again. Not sure what a canopy bed is...but I guess we will find out.
If they move him, I plan on staying the night with him. I talked to the nurses about it yesterday. They seem to think he may have anxiety from the move, and that if someone is with him, it can help keep him calm. (Thanks Shelly for the advice)
Will keep you posted.
Please keep praying...the prayers are totally working! Love you all <3
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Barb,
ReplyDeletea canopy bed is designed to help provide a safe, controlled environment for patients at extreme risk of injury from a fall or unassisted bed exit. It helps manage patient movement without the use of traditional restraints, also allowing full mobility and range-of-motion within the bed.
Hope this helps.
You are doing everything right! Staying with him is an excellent idea for peace of mind for all of you. Please make sure you take good care of yourselves too in order to keep up your great care of Steven. All the best!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Debby! That really does help. They tried to explain it yesterday but your explanation was MUCH more understandable. Hugs...
ReplyDeleteAllison...thank you. I'm really trying to stay healthy...so afraid of getting sick and not being able to see him...hugs to you too :)
Keep it up Barb, these postings are sooo important, you're really doing a great job for all of us who have Steven in our prayers. You for sure are included too. Love to You, Steven, Patrick and Katie. From Westfield "Mama Clancy"
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