TJ had a smoother day yesterday and today. He seemed in and out all day but more alert. The nurse washed the matter out of his eyes and he opened them several times. They are very weak but just opening them like he did was a thrill to all witnessing it. He was sat up again this afternoon. He was able to sit on the side of the bed longer than yesterday. Propping himself up with just his left arm. Suddenly he decided to stand up and was able to raise himself up with his power. Daughter Barb and nurse grabbed him under the arms and he stood well which made all in the room cheer for him. And he knew what he was doing. Not able to stand alone but he sure put on a show. He does shake his head slowly for “No’ when necessary. Not doing yes yet. I rubbed the bottom of his feet which have always been so sensitive that he would kick you through the wall like a mule. Yesterday I didn’t get much reaction but today he jerked back a bit. The right hand had a little grip today. Left one strong. He can sit up alone but doesn’t stay sitting a long time although today it was quite awhile longer. He is making some vocal sounds some but not words. He made sounds while oldest son Rick talked with him about 5 minutes this morning. He was trying.
The BP has been a problem the last two days but the other vitals are good. The BP goes up and down. Dr. & nurse not sure why. His feeding tube is working well and we are so relieved he is getting nourishment. They turn the TV on now to stimulate him. We are to rub and touch him as much as we want to sensitize him. Not sure he realizes when it is me doing the touching> LOL <
TJ had several visitors today. He reacted well to his brothers and sisters talking to him. Also his nephews. And of course the grand children. There were several friends also. We went in and out quietly and just a few at a time. It went well and he didn’t get agitated like in days past. When they got him settled early evening we slipped home. You all know how tiring it is to the body and mind and we know we have a ways to go yet.
TJ has always been protective of his side burns. They didn’t shave them off until today. He wouldn’t be happy! L. Rick trimmed his mustache and it looks better. Color of skin much better. Incision healing nicely but still has the 30+ staples.
Doing some catching up of wash and such and off to bed. Rest to go back tomorrow and spend my “Guess Which” birthday at the hospital.
Good night all!
Barb, his wife
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Dad got moved to a regular room last night, he's talking more but, seems to get frustrated with us when we don't understand what he's saying.
I forgot to mention Dad's new room is 363 and there is no restrictions on visitation in his new room
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