This morning Emily had a visit with Gene's casemanager at the hospital. She shared her concerns about his diarrhea, his skin problems, and the return of his pneumonia.
Dr. Shome was there and indicated that we should take our time about relocating him to another facility. He has ordered Dad to be sitting up for at least 6 hours each day with the goal of being able to use just the C-PAP for breathing. He sat up today from 10:00 until about 3:30 this afternoon.
A doctor from the Heart Institute saw Gene and changed his medicine. A nurse specializing in wound care treated an abrasion on his back and his arm. These did not appear to be pressure sores.
Gene has had phone interactions with Gregory, Russell, Lynn, and Steve and Pat.
Friends from Pineville and Middlesboro continue to call and send cards.
Prayer requests;
Continue to pray for Gene's respiratory strength and for the return of his strength and mobility.
Pray for strength for Emily.
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Dearest fmily of Gene Howard:
ReplyDeleteYou have such a precious relative. I am so fond of him, and Emily. When my friend, Milton Miller MD, wrote his book, memories of WWII, Gene corresponded with him and encouraged him so.
What a treasure! Why is there no following since the 25? I hope all is continuing to move forward.
Aging has such a down side. He has such a good attitude and humor about him. Love and best wishes to you all. Dottie Peagler