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Post by ՏՇԾԵԵʅՏɧ_LԹՏՏʅҼ on Feb 6, 2015 19:21:22 GMT -5
Hope you feel better soon - did they diagnose/tell you what caused this sudden stomach pain & need for emergency surgery?
I was getting concerned about your radical approaches to trying to lose weight - like the diet pills, powders, drinks, etc you were consuming instead of healthy fruits & veggies, lean meats & exercise.
Hopefully once you're back on your feet you can start eating well and getting in some physical exercise again.
Take care.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 6, 2015 19:31:16 GMT -5
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Post by suesinfl on Feb 7, 2015 5:10:25 GMT -5
Hope you are feeling better, Z! I know what is like to have no one to call. It was really hard when my kids were younger, but know that my DD drives, it hasn't been too bad. Last month the ER called her out of class to come pick me up since they wouldn't let me drive myself home because my PB was really low.
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Post by Happy prose on Feb 7, 2015 7:55:40 GMT -5
ZaireinHD I'm sorry to hear of your troubles. I hope you're on the upswing now.
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Post by zibazinski on Feb 7, 2015 13:28:55 GMT -5
They have adhesive remover. Too late for you now. I don't let them hurt DH and I don't let them put IV's in willy nilly. What's easiest for them makes it hard to bend your elbow which affects just about everything else. What's it like now writing DH instead of DF?  Very weird. I keep having to change it because I'm sure the first time I put DF instead of DH, I'll get so busted!! As as far as DH's health he was actually feeling better when I left last night. Then he had the night from hell and because I wasn't here to run interference he had a huge relapse. I freaked when I got here this am. I need Mmmhmm or someone with knowledge to run interference for me. He's barely coherent but doctors show up and talk to him without me being here so when I ask the nurse what's going on, she tells me and I'm like WTF? Why? I'm not happy as most posters can probably deduce. |
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Post by mmhmm on Feb 7, 2015 14:27:16 GMT -5
What's it like now writing DH instead of DF? Very weird. I keep having to change it because I'm sure the first time I put DF instead of DH, I'll get so busted!! As as far as DH's health he was actually feeling better when I left last night. Then he had the night from hell and because I wasn't here to run interference he had a huge relapse. I freaked when I got here this am. I need Mmmhmm or someone with knowledge to run interference for me. He's barely coherent but doctors show up and talk to him without me being here so when I ask the nurse what's going on, she tells me and I'm like WTF? Why? I'm not happy as most posters can probably deduce. What kind of relapse, zib? What actually happened? What are his current symptoms? |
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Post by zibazinski on Feb 7, 2015 14:38:08 GMT -5
His IV came out, blood everywhere. He complained that the tape wasn't on well and I fixed it again before I left. I assumed they used a different tape because his skin is so thin/tender but it doesn't stick much. Then they couldn't get the IV going so he went several hours without the fluids and antibiotics he was supposed to have so he had a relapse. He says the hazmat team came in because of blood everywhere. I'm not sure about that but when I got here I cleaned him up big time. Um, I'm the teacher whose students were so polite about my queasy stomach that they would puke behind a bush or a tree so I didn't join them in the office. So I'm trying not to throw up and wondering wtf happened? The day nurse has no idea. Really? He's so weak now he can't walk to toilet so he's using commode which I'm rinsing out while breathing through my mouth. Honestly, there's a reason I don't work in the medical field, because people are gross and I can't keep from throwing up. I know this sounds awful but I'm a teacher not a nurse and I can't help my stomach. Plus, he was getting better. Now he's worse than when he was admitted. I'm not happy. Where is the doctor? It's 2:30 already. I want answers. On the plus side, his sugar is under control.
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Post by mmhmm on Feb 7, 2015 14:48:57 GMT -5
They're probably using paper tape because of his skin, zib. It doesn't hold as well as the other tapes but it doesn't damage the skin, either. They may want to wrap that loosely with some gauze above and below where the IV catheter enters the skin (I like to see that area - most nurses do). That sometimes helps to keep patients from messing with it without thinking, which they often do. The gauze adds a bit of stability.
Your reaction isn't unusual. When a patient pulls out an IV catheter there is LOTS of blood and it's darned scary for everybody concerned - especially the poor patient! Just the excitement, coupled with the fear is enough to make the patient feel pretty darned awful. Definitely something to discuss with the doctor. Good news about the sugars, though. It could be going without the fluids had a negative effect on his serum sodium and his hemodynamics, in general. That will rectify itself once fluids are flowing again.
You're doing a great job advocating for him. He's very lucky to have you! Hugs, hon, and hang in there. Make your feelings known to both the nursing staff and the doctors responsible for his care. You are their patient, too!
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Post by zibazinski on Feb 7, 2015 14:53:52 GMT -5
It was scary, he looked like a corpse. I'm still finding blood on him. Yuck I need to leave in two hours because of a surprise party for DH's friend but I'm sure that the minute I leave, the doctor will show.  |
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Post by mmhmm on Feb 7, 2015 15:00:47 GMT -5
It was scary, he looked like a corpse. I'm still finding blood on him. Yuck I need to leave in two hours because of a surprise party for DH's friend but I'm sure that the minute I leave, the doctor will show. Doctors are good at that. They seem to know just when is the worst time for them to wander through! Have the nurse call the doctor and let him/her know you want to talk to him up close and personal. Make an appointment if you have to. Your needs are important, too, and you have to be kept informed! |
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Post by zibazinski on Feb 7, 2015 15:12:07 GMT -5
She's called but they're unsure as to when they'll show up.
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Post by mmhmm on Feb 7, 2015 15:28:58 GMT -5
Yep. That's normal, too. Hopefully, the docs will get there before you have to go. If not, when you do talk to them, let them know you need information and want to be updated daily. You want to know when you can see someone who will provide you with the latest status and you want that daily. You're in charge whether they like it, or not. Make that clear. There should be some educators on board there in the hospital. We had a team that would come in daily to update the family, answer questions, clarify misunderstandings and expectations, and be there for both the patient and the family. Transplants are serious stuff and they're very scary to all involved. You need support. Sounds like he's in a very good facility. It's my guess there is something in place to deal with the problems you're having. Our team was made up of nurse practitioners, intensivists (employed by the hospital), physical therapy techs, and dietary techs. We could call in other disciplines if needed in special situations. I was on the team for a few months when we first set it up and it was really helpful to our clients. You might ask if the hospital has such a team. They've got a little more time to spend with you as that's what they do. It can be a real boon, if it's available. |
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Post by ken a.k.a OMK on Feb 7, 2015 16:45:54 GMT -5
Z, sorry you are going through this. Get well soon my friend.
zib, I hope your DH recovers soon.
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Post by taz157 on Feb 7, 2015 17:03:08 GMT -5
Z, sorry you are going through this. Get well soon my friend. zib, I hope your DH recovers soon.   |
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Post by zibazinski on Feb 8, 2015 19:29:07 GMT -5
Didn't mean to hijack the thread. Z, please call people to help. You can't have zero friends.
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Post by ZaireinHD on Feb 9, 2015 18:43:25 GMT -5
Didn't mean to hijack the thread. Z, please call people to help. You can't have zero friends. |
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Post by Jaguar on Feb 9, 2015 19:55:23 GMT -5
Zaire how are you doing ? How are you feeling ?
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Post by weltschmerz on Feb 9, 2015 23:42:17 GMT -5
Zaire, the hospital sent you home? Just like that? Did they even ask you if you had any help?
I was hospitalized 3 times in the last 5 years. Every doctor, every medical student and every resident asked me "Do you live alone? Is there anyone who can help you?" I had to keep telling them that yes, I live alone, but my son can help with groceries, picking up meds, into the tub, etc. I'm pretty sure they wouldn't have discharged me or they would have sent me to a convalescent centre if I had no support system in place. Is it because insurance won't pay for extra days in hospital? It doesn't make any sense.
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Post by andi9899 on Feb 10, 2015 0:31:26 GMT -5
Zaire, hope you are feeling better. |
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Post by Apple on Feb 10, 2015 0:44:00 GMT -5
Didn't mean to hijack the thread. Z, please call people to help. You can't have zero friends. I get it  |
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Post by NoNamePerson on Feb 10, 2015 8:18:20 GMT -5
Zaire, the hospital sent you home? Just like that? Did they even ask you if you had any help?
I was hospitalized 3 times in the last 5 years. Every doctor, every medical student and every resident asked me "Do you live alone? Is there anyone who can help you?" I had to keep telling them that yes, I live alone, but my son can help with groceries, picking up meds, into the tub, etc. I'm pretty sure they wouldn't have discharged me or they would have sent me to a convalescent centre if I had no support system in place. Is it because insurance won't pay for extra days in hospital? It doesn't make any sense.
In any case, I hope you feel better soon. Bingo. Insurance companies are in charge of health care. I have a friend who worked for Oschners (sp) and she said they were sending patients home to way to soon and they would be back within days - due to their insurance coverage - and this was 15 yrs ago. |
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Post by Wisconsin Beth on Feb 10, 2015 9:31:56 GMT -5
Zaire, how are you doing today? I hope you're improving and healing nicely. And that the aide helping has a cute smile for you. |
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Post by weltschmerz on Feb 10, 2015 12:02:49 GMT -5
Zaire, the hospital sent you home? Just like that? Did they even ask you if you had any help?
I was hospitalized 3 times in the last 5 years. Every doctor, every medical student and every resident asked me "Do you live alone? Is there anyone who can help you?" I had to keep telling them that yes, I live alone, but my son can help with groceries, picking up meds, into the tub, etc. I'm pretty sure they wouldn't have discharged me or they would have sent me to a convalescent centre if I had no support system in place. Is it because insurance won't pay for extra days in hospital? It doesn't make any sense.
In any case, I hope you feel better soon. Bingo. Insurance companies are in charge of health care. I have a friend who worked for Oschners (sp) and she said they were sending patients home to way to soon and they would be back within days - due to their insurance coverage - and this was 15 yrs ago. But that's just it! If you send someone home before they're ready, and they can't look after themselves, it's very likely that they'll end up back in the hospital again. They can have a broken hip from a fall, they can get dehydrated, they can get an infection, etc. It ends up costing MORE money. That's why it doesn't make sense. |
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Post by mmhmm on Feb 10, 2015 12:05:08 GMT -5
There are protocols in place that punish hospitals for re-admits, weltschmerz. That makes it even more senseless to send someone home without making sure they're able to care for themselves and have the necessary help in place. |
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Post by weltschmerz on Feb 10, 2015 12:09:07 GMT -5
There are protocols in place that punish hospitals for re-admits, weltschmerz. That makes it even more senseless to send someone home without making sure they're able to care for themselves and have the necessary help in place. Send patients home before they're ready, and punish hospitals for re-admits. That's crazy. What's a person to do? |
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Post by mmhmm on Feb 10, 2015 12:16:34 GMT -5
There are protocols in place that punish hospitals for re-admits, weltschmerz. That makes it even more senseless to send someone home without making sure they're able to care for themselves and have the necessary help in place. Send patients home before they're ready, and punish hospitals for re-admits. That's crazy. What's a person to do? It's totally nuts! It's bureaucracy run mad! The people making the damned rules don't know a bleeding thing about medicine! Don't keep the patient too long! Don't send the patient home too soon! There's absolutely no consideration for the differences between patients. Personally, I'm glad to be shut of the whole mess. I may miss the patients and the hospital staff but I damned well don't miss the lunacy! |
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Post by weltschmerz on Feb 10, 2015 13:03:12 GMT -5
Send patients home before they're ready, and punish hospitals for re-admits. That's crazy. What's a person to do? . Personally, I'm glad to be shut of the whole mess. I may miss the patients and the hospital staff but I damned well don't miss the lunacy! That's one of the biggest problems with for-profit medicine. I'm sure they know exactly what they're doing. Protecting their bottom line. |
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Post by Opti on Feb 10, 2015 13:10:48 GMT -5
Bingo. Insurance companies are in charge of health care. I have a friend who worked for Oschners (sp) and she said they were sending patients home to way to soon and they would be back within days - due to their insurance coverage - and this was 15 yrs ago. But that's just it! If you send someone home before they're ready, and they can't look after themselves, it's very likely that they'll end up back in the hospital again. They can have a broken hip from a fall, they can get dehydrated, they can get an infection, etc. It ends up costing MORE money. That's why it doesn't make sense. Because Welts when the insurance benefits run out, that company is not paying for the next round.
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Post by wvugurl26 on Feb 10, 2015 13:17:03 GMT -5
For Medicare only it's up to a 3% reduction. And it's only for acute myocardial infarction, heart failure, pneumonia, COPD, total hip arthroplasty and total knee arthroplasty. Starting in 2017, coronary artery bypass graft is included.
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Post by NoNamePerson on Feb 10, 2015 14:04:42 GMT -5
Insurance companies are about profits. I wish I could remember the name of the book I read years ago - it was FICTIONAL - but it just about hit the nail on the head about long term illness, medical insurance. I feel for the doctors who are truly dedicated to getting their patients well and having the best care but are for the most part fighting a losing battle with the insurance providers.
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