First round of chemo is complete, and everyone is happy about it, including the nurses and residents. It may be my imagination, but everyone seems to be pulling for Pam. Residents who aren't on her case any longer poke their head in the door to see how she is doing, nurses seem to go the extra mile and do little things that aren't requested. It is very touching.
Looks like she will get out of the Critcal Care Unit and back on the onocology floor sometime tomorrow. She is much less dependent on oxygen and it is obvious that she has less fatigue. She still has a lot of oral pain and she can't really eat much of anything. She got a shot of morphine for the pain before I left at about 10 PM, so I am sure it is "lights out" for her and she will rest comfortably tonight.
I am hoping she feels well enough tomorrow that we can see if her parents can come and visit.
I have told everyone that if we changed places and I were the one with Pam's symptoms, everyone would be painfully aware of it. The nurses just smile and nod.... I know they know it's true.
Tomorrow is a big day.
Congratulations on making through the toughest part. As to your last statement I would have to say I don't agree. You are NOT a complainer and you wouldn't want to bother anyone. I might just be the loving sister but I have to totally disagree with that statement!!!
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Aww... that's sweet. Thanks Chelle. I meant to call you guys yesterday. I'll give you a jingle today. Thanks for everything. Jerry
ReplyDeleteMatt and patti sending their love. Sounds like everything is moving in the right direction. Keeping positive thoughts, prayers and of course, California good vibes. :)
ReplyDeleteLove 2 U both.............!! Joan
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