Another day in Altoona, with a few updates -- first, Jesse was upright in the Ortho chair this morning for breakfast. Being upright in the Ortho chair is far more comfortable than elevating the bed upright. Mom helped him with some breakfast; soggy cereal and some oj went down well before exhaustion set in. Some physical therapy (PT) at 9a.m.
Jesse was able to push a bit with his right foot -- a positive sign of progress. At 10 a.m. the trauma doctors assessed that Jesse is nearly physical capable to be transfered out of ICU and to the rehab hospital.
10:20 was another visit from the surgeon who noted his right hand and leg are a little better, especially the leg, and we saw a flicker in the right toes.
11:20 was Dana with more PT, sitting up in bed and attempting to balance himself. Jesse did well with some support from his left hand, then repositioned back into bed and fed himself lunch.
Mom and I met with patient access and did some paperwork; we contacted the car insurance company (Dad's old company) who were both sad to receive the news but very helpful and encouraged by Jesse's progress.
Dr. Newman of Altoona's rehabilitative clinic met with us to discuss follow-up; rehab for Jesse will likely range from two (2) to eight (8) weeks. Staying in Altoona has advantages (proximity to his surgeons for follow-up) and disadvantages (travel for family) so no decision has been made.
The Altoona Trauma Center has a horrible cafeteria and only one other option: a Subway in the lobby. I'm about 65th in line!
Requests - more humor and jokes emailed; words of encouragement emailed to Jesse; your thoughts and prayers are appreciated.
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Havent had a chance to look over the new healthcare law that just got voted on, but maybe they included a mandate for at least 3 options for food in every hospital. I'm sure this is the change we need.
ReplyDeleteHi, I'm a classmate of Jesse's and an Altoona native. There's a restaurant called Texas Hot Dogs--it's about 2 blocks from the hospital. It's the best comfort food in town.
ReplyDeleteYou all are in my prayers.
Thank you for these updates. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
ReplyDeleteI hesitate to say this, but Meredith insisted this morning that I tell you: 1. I hope you feel better today and 2. Oophen-goofen-goober-pooper. Please take that in the best way, okay?
ReplyDeleteLiz Widman