This week has been a game of "wait and see" on how Nonnie will respond to our platelets. Unfortunately, it looks like they are not as effective as we had hoped. The blood clinic is in the process of contacting the donor from September to check his/her availability to make another donation.
Dr. Paquette told Nonnie, "This will just have to be a week of laying low". Because of her severely low platelet counts, she is restricted to stay in her bed until her counts come up. Nonnie received 2 units of blood today and the last unit of directed platelets. She always feels so refreshed to get that fresh blood!
Nonnie told me that her Care Partner, Robert, hooked her up with a bucket of soapy water and washcloths at her bedside, so she could take a sponge bath. He also changed out her bed sheets and provided her with a clean change of clothes. He is the man!
The time is going by for Nonnie..... the hospital staff is very attentive, especially when they know Papa is not there. Derek and Tammy stopped by last night for a surprise visit, and Charlotte just arrived to spend the night when I was on the phone with Nonnie tonight. As you can see, our support group is doing a great job!
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I'm glad I decided not to try to see you this trip, you have alot going on. Just wanted you to know you are not out of our thoughts. Dave & Terry Byrum
ReplyDeleteThanks again, son, for keeping us posted on Linda's progress. If I can get myself completely clear of this dang cough, I will go for a visit. Always in my prayers....
ReplyDeleteKathi
xoxo
Dearest Linda,
ReplyDeleteI think about all of you each and everyday, throughout the day.
Thinking of you,
Diane
Linda,
ReplyDeleteYou and your family remain in our prayers. Remember, we're right around the corner ... call on us anytime!
Love,
The Christensens