Monday 15th, February
Update on Rich.
This has been a very good day BUT an extremely busy one. When we arrived at Rich's room early this morning we found him in a very good mood. He had a good night's sleep and even eaten some of his breakfast. That was the beginning of his busy day. The doctors, nurses and rehab personnel have kept Rich and us all busy. The doctor said his goal is to d-line Rich as quickly as possible and begin getting him ready to go home. (which involves a lot) By d-line he means to remove all of Rich's tubes etc, except his "lifeline" one at a time. They removed one or two (?) yesterday, another one today and tomorrow there should able to remove two more. The rehab department didn't give him much time for rest so he probably will sleep well tonight! They brought in the machines that he will go home with and had him begin connecting his life line that will become a BIG part of his life from now until he receives a transplant. We were sooooo pleased that we all had been working on his/our homework and he was ready. He did an excellent job! I'm sure tomorrow will be just as busy a day.
I know we had promised to list his phone number on one of these blogs but with the good news that he will be going home much sooner than anticipated and knowing that his days will be extremely busy we will not be doing that. For that we apologize as I'm sure many of you wanted to call Rich but I'm sure you feel the same way we do. We are anxious to please his entire team and if they are going to promise an earlier release then we are going to do all we can to make that happen. We are thrilled to report that nurses, his rehab leader and one of his doctors have told us that we are far ahead of the curve than any other patient in preparation for him being able to leave...they are impressed! We have one hurdle left and for that we ask for your prayers.
This Thursday there will be a class for the care givers and it will be very important. It will prove to Rich's team that not only Rich is ready to go home but those involved in his extended care are ready also.
Keep praying and we thank you for the prayers he has been receiving.
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Way to go Team!! Wish I was there to help. Planning on a drive up for Gaige's spring break in April. What ever we can do from here just call and let us know. Dorcas, you are an amazing Gal, we've always known that, just wanted to remind you. Please pass on our thanks and praise to the team at Allegheny General. I know they are taking great care in his recovery and they deserve their props :)♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ XOXOXOX
ReplyDeleteJust wanted to say that my wife Elaine & I were there to see Rich yesterday and he looked great!
ReplyDeleteHe was in good spirits and has a positive attitude. Thanks to all friends, family and especially the staff for helping my brother.
Looking forward to you coming home, I'm proud of you and I Love ya brother...