I was scolded by a friend for this post complaining about CC so I removed it.
I said they are the best in tech, doctors, nurses, and because of Covid they need to have a site with answers for family because ICU nurses should not be taken from their patients for minor questions and test results. And that would also correct the issues this family had with getting answers clearly reported rather than person to person.
I don't have the strength to deal with unreasonable hate filled hypocrites.
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I'm physically exhausted, mentally spent. Bitchdom's crown gets heavy after months of stress. Carole is being moved out of ICU tomorrow if there is a room for her in the cardiac unit. Not much change in condition but still good news.
We have a high wind warning for 2am through tomorrow. I hope no damage results but I love to hear wind in the calm quiet of the night. Today I needed to relax a little so along with my sweet tea, I took my sanders outside in an attempt to remove 2" of skin from my heels. I went back in for more Splenda and ......
As soon as we have more info on Carole I can make a new appt for him. I found the Temptations Creamy tube Charlotte recommended and I spent over $40 on cans that he ate last week but probably never will again. He's eating dry food too if I mist it with water. But whether liquid, pate, or dry, it only takes one bite and off he goes on a bad day.
My index and middle finger are now trigger and no longer bend from weeks of texting on a 2" screen to four people at a time plus typing emails. I've postponed many doc visits so checking online for a remedy would be my only option. Yes I will look for a phone but we have a ton of money leaving this spring and a new monthly payment. Hopefully, a smart ass phone won't be necessary or used to this extent in the future.
Thanks for visiting with me!
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Such a complicated situation and I sure understand how you feel. You are correct that information needs to be better handled so that nurses are not on the phone all the time. I'm not sure how that would work because somebody would still need to enter information and that would most likely be the nurse. Some hospitals use case managers (have different titles) who are advanced practice nurses to be the liaison between all parties. This permits the care nurse more time at the bedside. When multiple systems are affected it seems that one thing improves other declines. I am so sorry for her illness and your stress.
I'm so sorry this has happened. Anyone who has a loved one in ICU such as your sister should be informed of test results and the procedures performed. I'm sure the Clinic is aware of the fact that you have been the primary relative for her care. Hopefully there aren't scads of people calling to see how she is and if that's the case, I can understand why someone would express their thoughts regarding the medical people and their ICU responsibilities . Please know we are concerned for Carole's continued improvement but also for you and all you are dealing with these days.
Effective communication and tolerance are in short supply all around of late it seems unfortunatley. Hugs ~Robin~
I really think this is not a time to be picky with you or anyone else for that matter. Sorry you had to deal with this. I have a dear friend who had a heart attack. She did not know as all the pain was in her back. So she drove herself to the ER. Her supposedly best friend chewed her out for driving herself, not that she was worried about her friend but said, " You could have hit another car and hurt someone." The world is just a crazy place right now! Again, I am sorry you had to add this to the things you are already dealing with.
So sorry the problems you have to deal with.
Hope Carole her health will be better and better.
Marley do take care of yourself and try to relax.
Lots of love ,Truus from Holland
So glad you found the Temptations. We put it on the Fancy Feast chicken Florentine and chicken baby food. Sheldon and Pippa LOVE it.
We've had good reports from our Vet from a tech on pets condition. And calls the day after surgery once Sheldon was at home checking to see how he is doing. That is more than from some "people" doctors.
You'd think, in this Covid situation, there could be someone other than ICU nurses or doctors who could give perfect information as to patients condition.
Praying that Carole's condition will improve daily and that you can find some rest, peace and comfort.
Take care and do something special for yourself.
Sending caring thoughts and prayers.
Charlotte in Va.
I’m so sorry for your struggles. Healthcare can be a difficult situation. I myself am dealing with it.
On another note...I recognized your sanders. I used to use them myself. But nothing ever changed and my heals felt the same again just a little while after sanding. I discovered O’Keeffe’s Healthy Feet. I get it from Amazon. It’s rather inexpensive and works like a miracle! I kid you not. I use the night treatment. I just wanted to pass along this info to you. No more sanding here.
Have you tried Voltaran on your fingers? I use a tiny bit on my thumb and I get about 70% relief from the arthritis. More if I reapply. It keeps me stitching.
So...you got taken to task because you expressed your opinion that something better could be done on keeping families informed yet not add even more to the workload of the current "on hands" employees? When you said clearly that those people are among the best to be found?! While you are stressed beyond belief over Carole, Bud, and your own health issues?!?! Bah on that person, I say.
I hope Carole gets out of ICU today. Yes, still a long road to go, but at least this would be a small step in the right direction. (((hugs)))
sigh... that should have been "hands-on" employees Come on coffee - do your thing!
So sorry your dealing with this, its a very stressful and tiring situation to say the least, right now you just need supportive people in your life not lectures, I know its difficult but try to do something everyday for yourself, whether its a short walk or just sitting quietly it might help.
Your blog. Your thoughts and opinions. If people don't like it, just scroll on. Just like it should be on FB...but of course, isn't!
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