"Everything can be taken from a man but one thing: the last of the human freedoms—to choose one’s attitude in any given set of circumstances, to choose one’s own way.” ― Viktor E. Frankl, Man's Search for Meaning
Mom was able to sit down with the neurologist today and have a "comfortable conversation. It felt like we were discussing a person, not a patient" She asked Dr Rorick for his advice on how to handle those times when Dad makes statements about "getting out." He likened GBS to a prison term - said that sometimes they can be commuted but that you learn to pick away and cope each day. He said, "It takes as long as it takes. It isn't forever. There is an end. Each day is one day closer to better." This reminded Mom of Viktor Frankl's Man's Search for Meaning. (I think he realized at this point that he is in a whole new league with Mom - she has depth he has only just begun to tap). He encouraged her to provide stimulation and orientation to day and night. He was not a fan of using an electronic talking clock but instead encouraged her to just employ heavy use of "Good morning" "Good night" etc.
If you would like to send Dad a card with encouragement we would welcome your greetings and will make sure they are read to him. Cards can be sent to:
10775 Gleneagle Dr
Union, KY 41091
Good news-
~Last night's cannula change was great. HR only dropped to 64 for 3 seconds.
~WBC's dropped to 19.3 today
~His tube feedings have been restored to 70ml/hour- his goal! And he is tolerating it well!
Ongoing-
Dad had a drop in BP this morning during suctioning, but returned to normal following a fluid bolus.
Still awaiting word from Anthem on transfer to LTAC.
Becky returns home today. Tim will be in Cincinnati on Friday/Saturday.
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