Need prayers and good thoughts for Kevin's Mom today * Update 5/8/11*


Dealing with my own aging parents and their medical care, it becomes increasingly obvious that one hand does not know what the other is doing.

There is an *appalling* lack of communication between Dr.'s and nurses and everyone involved in between.

That's why everyone reading this MUST take matters into their own hands.

You have to FIGHT every step of the way to make sure your loved one is receiving the proper care.

Take notes. Stay informed. Write down the name of the professional you are talking to, and don't be afraid to speak up if something doesn't make sense to you, or a Dr. appears to be brushing off your questions like you're talking about getting the oil changed in your car.

It's a shame that things have come to this in our medical community, but they have.

You have to stand and fight for the proper care for those you love.

Our love and prayers go out to you and your Mom, Kevin. :hug:
 
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Sending good thoughts to you and your Mom.
 
Sending prayers and wishes for a speedy recovery!!!
 
Sending prayers your way! And hoping that the doctors do better tomorrow.
 
Good thoughts and prayers go out to Kevin and his mom. I have my fingers crossed that she can pull through safe and sound.
 
Prayers coming your way. I'm sorry your Mom is still having problems. And I'm glad you didn't throttle the dr.

Kim
 
Oh, I'm so sorry you are having to go through this! :hug: I pray that things will get better for all of you and your mom recovers quickly. You are mature. I'd have been arrested for sure.
 
Hi Folks....

I'm not a violent person, but I could beat someone with a stick right now.

When my Mom was re-admitted to the hospital last evening, it was suggested that we agree to this surgery and that it should be done today.

I asked the DR if we should wait and allow my Mom to get IV fluids, meds and other stuff to get her to a more stable place.

I was told no, no, no....we should do this tomorrow.

After no food or water (and she's dehydrated) since midnight last night, they wait until late afternoon to prep for this surgery. Part of the prep was an arterial blood gas test ( a fancy blood test from what I can tell).

Seconds before she was taken in to the operating room, the DR (the same one from last night) tells me that the test shows that she's dehydrated, needs IV fluids, meds and other stuff.

I ashamed to share the thoughts that went through my mind.

My Mom's surgery has been put off until she's more stable.

The fact that I'm not in the county jail right now should be proof that I have reached maturity.

Thanks again for your prayers, good thoughts and for keeping my family in your hearts.
Because heaven forbid you actually knew your Mom and knew what you were talking about! :rolleyes:

So sorry you & your Mom had to go through all this. Hopefully once she's feeling more stable, it will be a quick non-event.

Sayhello
 
Mrs. Klose is a wonderful woman. Good thoughts and best wishes from Skip, Doug, and Barbara.
 














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