by Adam | Aug 6, 2009 | Surgery
Dad just completed a lap around his floor, the farthest he’s gone yet. He made it all the way through without stopping for a rest. He’s already walked twice today, and will continue to more tomorrow. Cindy, the cardiac therapist that walks with Dad each...
by Adam | Aug 6, 2009 | Surgery
Just arrived to see Dad with Lauren at 12:00. Got here right as his lunch was given to him: slice of turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, salad and peaches. He said he’s been active this morning. Had a sponge bath which made him feel good. He made a walk to the end...
by Adam | Aug 5, 2009 | Surgery
Nurses got Dad moved up to the PCU (Progressive Care Unit) in his own room, #6327, around 9:00 tonight. All in all, Dad has gotten up 3 times today, which is solid. Each following day he will continue to forge ahead in terms of walking distance. Before we know, nurses...
by Adam | Aug 5, 2009 | Surgery
Dad’s nurse just came in and said dad will be moving to a room in PCU tonight. It seemed to be all a matter of finding a bed, it sounded as if it were full up there. So that is good news. The nurse said that it will be quieter up there, he can rest better, and...
by Adam | Aug 5, 2009 | Surgery
Sorry I couldn’t post until now. The internet browser would not pull up websites from the Hospital network. Dad had his first meal since surgery a roughly 2 hours ago. It consisted of scalloped potatoes with ham, green peas, celery and carrot sticks, jello and...
