08.23.07
Posted in Floyd & Marilyn at 8:40 pm by Floyd Rosson Jr.
Was up this evening to visit, Marilyn is very depressed, in fact worst I have seen her. Dr. came in while I was there and said that they will not be performing the surgery today, as it just got too busy for him. He said that they would do it tomorrow. He explained to Marilyn that it may help her with her breathing if they get the fluid off. Marilyn would not acknowledge him at all, I asked her if she understood what the Dr had said and she nodded yes and closed her eyes. The Dr. left and approx 10minutes later he came back and said that he talked to her nurse and she had indicated that Marilyn did not want the procedure done. He told her that he could not force her to have it done but that he would be doing her an injustice if he did not try everything. She looked at him and closed her eyes.
After he left I asked Marilyn if she was having a bad day and she nodded yes. Asked her if she was in pain and she nodded no. I said just having the blahs and she nodded yes and her eyes filled up with tears.
Told her that Floyd was across the hall and she nodded yes that she knew that, she smiled. Hung her Trojans pennant that I brought and asked her where I put it was that OK and she smiled closed her eyes.
Went across to see Floyd and he looked alert and was watching TV, he was clutching the TV controls. He wanted some ice and got the nurse she told him that he was not able to have ice tonight, maybe tomorrow. She gave him a swab to put round his mouth and he was OK with that. This was the best that I had seen your Dad look in a while.
Went back to Marilyn’s room (so nice to have them so close) and told her that Floyd looks so much better and she smiled.
Not once did Marilyn try to verbalize tonight she is just really sad. Hate to see her like this. I asked her was there anything I could do to help and she shook her head no.
Noticed her nails and mentioned that they looked really pretty and glad that Carol was able to arrange that for her and she closed her eyes. I asked her if she wanted me to leave and let her get some rest and she nodded no, stood by the bed and small talked to her. Nurse came in and gave her some medicine and in a short time she was really sleeping.
Chris
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Posted in Floyd & Marilyn at 4:04 pm by Ron Rosson
Floyd is being moved today. Is doing much better. He will be on Marilyns floor for rehabilitation. Will post room number as soon as we have it.
Marilyn is scheduled to have her lungs drained surgically today. Her mental attitude is at a low point. Her sister Chris is on her back to Tulsa to be with her until Floyd Jr. arrives on tuesday. Physically Marilyn is improving and the procedure today should help with her weaning.
Thank you,
Ron Rosson
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08.21.07
Posted in Floyd & Marilyn at 5:21 pm by Ron Rosson
Floyds Nurse today was again Bobby. He said Floyd was making “…a little headway”. He sat in a chair for about an hour and actually put some slight weight on his feet. He has been administered pain medication for pain in his left abdominal area. The medication does tend to drop his blood pressure (around 90 at the moment). He was able to last about 2 hrs on his weaning exercise. His chest x-ray showed no improvement. He is alert and appreciates ice.
Marilyns Nurse today was again Renee. Renee reported that Marilyn was “…a little better” today. Her pain seems to be under control and her vital signs are good. She had some exercise therapy and managed a full eight hours of weaning therapy. Her mental attitude is reportedly “better”. Chris (her sister) left town this a.m.
Both Marilyn and Floyd had several visitors today.
We thank you all,
Ron Rosson
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08.20.07
Posted in Floyd & Marilyn at 11:09 pm by Chris Roberts
Visited with Floyd this evening and he was alert but hurting some, the nurse asked if he needed to be moved and he nodded yes and asked for some ice. She brought some ice and he seemed satisfied. Nurse said that she would get some help and move him to make him more comfortable.
Marilyn was resting when I went in to see her. Her sister Chris was there also. Marilyn awoke and was mouthing something, her sister and I could not understand what she needed and got the nurse in. The nurse could not understand what she needed and put the voice box on and she told her what she needed. (It was wonderful to actually hear Marilyn talk). Her right shoulder was hurting her and they gave her some pain medicine. She did not want me to leave until they had given her the medicine, after she got the medicine she told me I’ll see you tomorrow.
I have to commend the patience and kindness of the nurse tonight.
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Posted in Floyd & Marilyn at 4:55 pm by Ron Rosson
Floyds Nurse today is Bobby. Bobby siad Floyd was doing “OK”. He is getting pain medication. Says his stomach area is hurting. Chest congestion is slightly less. Weaning is not going real well. Dr. Kennedy (his respritory physician) set his vent in a mode which makes him have to work a little more. Lab work shows infection still present. His white blood cell count has gone from 13k to 20k on the 2 of august to 11.4k today (5 to 10k is normal range). He spent 2 hrs. sitting in a chair today, but had to be lifted to it. They did some range of motion exercises. His mental attitude is good, but he is somewhat anxious. Small signs of depression. He is very alert and relates with staff.
Marilyns Nurse today is Renee. Renee said Marilyn has had an “OK” day. Pain and Nausia meds have been administered. She did set in a chair for about an hour and a half. Therapist did some range of motion exercises with her. She is alert and responsive, but depressed and anxious. Her sister Chris is with her today. Physical therapy and weaning continue.
Thank you for your concern
Ron Rosson
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08.18.07
Posted in Floyd & Marilyn at 5:24 pm by Ron Rosson
Floyds Nurse today was Kelly. She said Floyd is doing “Very Well”. Better spirits and alert. He has had no pain medication and is joking with the staff. All vital signs are good. Great news also, he did well on weaning from the vent. This is a first! Being a weekend, no therapy is scheduled.
Marilyns Nurse today was Jennifer. She said Marilyn is “a lot better”. Her vital signs are good. She did not do too well on her weaning today. It was a very short period. Her mental attitude is “OK” and she is still depressed. Since it is a weekend, there is no therapy scheduled.
Both had several visitors today. Jennifer believed that Marilyns sister was in town.
Thank you all for your concern and help,
Ron Rosson
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08.17.07
Posted in Floyd & Marilyn at 5:07 pm by Ron Rosson
Floyds Nurse today was again Karla. She said he had a “good” day. No pain medication was administered and he is tolerating his tube feeding much better. All vital signs are stable. Weaning from the vent is not going well, his lungs are still very congested. Dr. Lewis (Infectuous Diseases) said he was pleased with the lab work, but a new strain of bacteria is showing up. He has developed a bed sore which they are treating. His bed was raised to a setting position for a while. He has been very “fidgety” and anxious. Shows frustration and is understandably very tired of being where he is.
Marilyns Nurse today was Barbara. Marilyn had a quiet day after her very busy one yesterday. She did receive one dose of pain medication. She is still very tired. All vital signs are good. She is alert, and her mental attitude is described as “OK”. There was no attempt at “weaning” today. As of 3:30 she had not had any physical therapy. But will probably set up in her chair later today. I gave them Chris Roberts local numbers so that when she has the opportunity to speak again they can get a local friend on the phone.
We thank you all for all you do. A special thanks in Marilyns behalf to The Reiss’ for their very kind offer.
Ron Rosson
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Posted in Floyd & Marilyn at 11:20 am by Floyd Rosson Jr.
Marilyn and I had talked about a manicure and pedicure and told her when she was up to it we could get that done. Looks like Carol has got that taken care of.
Ron give the nurse my work # 523-7979 always someone there 8.30 5.00
my cell is 698-6783.
Marilyn was really really tired last night. Floyd was in some pain and the nurse was getting him some medication.
I have taken a few more of her things that they put in the closet back to the house.
Chris Roberts
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Posted in Floyd & Marilyn at 11:17 am by Floyd Rosson Jr.
| Date |
Flight |
Departure |
Arrival |
Class |
| Tue, Aug 28 2007 |
0408 |
8:50 AM SAN DIEGO |
1:51 PM TULSA |
S |
| Tue, Sep 04 2007 |
0410 |
4:40 PM TULSA |
5:54 PM SAN DIEGO |
W |
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08.16.07
Posted in Floyd & Marilyn at 5:09 pm by Ron Rosson
Floyds Nurse today was again Karla. Karla related that he had a very good day. Received pain medication twice for general soreness. All his vital signs are good. He is alert but somewhat restless. No weaning from the vent was attempted today. Lungs are still a concern and he is on antibiotics. Still getting a.m. chest x-rays and lab work.
Marilyns Nurse was again Karen. Karen said Marilyn had quite a day. They changed her cast (leg looked really good). She has had two doses of pain medication and one for nausia. Her vital signs are all good. Her blood sugar level has been normal and they have reduced her glucose test to twice daily. This alleviates having so many “pricks” to the fingers. She sat up in the chair for a while and they massaged her legs and arms. She is showing a very slight ability to move both her right and left little finger. They tried weaning of the vent (exhale only) and she made it for 15 minutes. Also, during this 15 minutes they manipulated the trach so that she could SPEAK. She did so: Said she wanted to go home! Asked about Floyd and said she wanted her NAILS DONE! The Staff tried several local numbers they had for Marilyn to talk to, but could not reach anyone. She also, asked them not to put the vent back in. They explained that they had to, she said she understood and that she didn’t want to die, but she didn’t like it and didn’t want to have to have it in.
We ask that someone volunteer to arrange for Marilyn to get her nails done. Perhaps one of her friends know who she used. We will of course cover the expense. Please talk to Chris Roberts to schedule it. Maybe it could be set up for every other week (or whatever is appropriate).
Both nurses complimented their friends and said they did wonders for Marilyn and Floyds morale. Also, said they were staying just about the right amount of time and being very positive.
Thanks again, we appreciate you so much.
Ron Rosson
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