Mom stayed in bed most of yesterday and ate very little other than her Ensure. Today it was her idea to get up and she didn't get back in bed until 7:45pm.
I was feeding mom her breakfast because I wasn't sure if she was strong enough. I turned my attention to the laptop for a minute and she grabbed the spoon to feed herself.
She went back to the doctor today for blood work and x-rays of her lungs. Her doctor reviewed her medical records and it turns out she did not have a stroke. It was a seizure which caused the right sided weakness.
She was taken off medication that was given to her to flush ammonia from her body. It's a harsh medicine that can cause a host of other problems. It was originally believed the extra ammonia was due to liver damage, but it turns out that one of the medications given to her after the seizure caused some kidney damage. The damage was temporary so the medication is no longer needed.
The biggest concern now is a mass on mom's lungs. I will post the results of the lung x-rays when we hear from the doctor. We will give mom oxygen at night and Albuterol nebs to strengthen her lungs.
Mom was quiet today, but there was very little gibberish. She understood most of what was said to her and even when she appeared to be dozing off in her chair, she laughed at our jokes.
Lots of mmmmm mmmmm mmmmm when I tucked her into bed.
Kelly as far as I can tell, your bedside manner doesn't seem to be lacking anything. Even doctors need to consult with their laptops occasionally! Praying for promising x-ray results and waiting for pics of your first "art and crafts session."
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ReplyDeleteI have to say when Kathy told me your plan I thought you were crazy. I worked in nursing homes years it is hard work I enjoyed it but not sure if I could do what you are doing. I been think and praying for you both. Can't wait to see the art session.
Take care, Kathy (Kodric)Carleton