A lot has happened, so I want to share with everyone what the doctors and Dad's fabulous nurse Maria have told me in the last couple of days. While A-Fib is not the most comfortable thing in the world, it is also not dangerous in itself. The only real danger is the risk of stroke with long-term A-Fib, so they're giving dad injections of blood thinner periodically. My maternal grandfather lived with A-Fib for 27 years and had no effects stemming from it. I myself have had episodes of it relating to my heart disorder. It sucks, but don't worry too much about the old bugger :) Dad's surgeon (who is highly respected and brilliant) told me that it is a "nuisance problem" that occurs quite often post-op, and they're treating it pharmaceutically and have every confidence that he'll be back in sinus rhythm soon. This has been very encouraging to me as I was quite worried yesterday morning.
Dad has made great strides since early yesterday. He was in an awful lot of pain yesterday, but everytime we visited (before the nurses fearing the nun's wrath chased us out), he improved a little. I'll admit I was still a little concerned last night, but I am very glad he's still in the recovery unit, because he's receiving outstanding care from the best nurse I've ever encountered (and for a 26 year-old, I've met a good number of them). Maria is a Godsend. She shares info willingly and with a smile and she's treated Dad with both compassion and dignity. Never underestimate the healing power of a good nurse.
Today's visits have been extraordinarily encouraging. Dad is sitting up for a few hours at a time, much more cheerful, listening to music, and even doing crossword puzzles! The respiratory therapist said he might move today, but the surgeon said he would probably move to a progressive care unit early tomorrow. While there have been setbacks like fluid retention and nausea and vomiting, his overall health is greatly improved from yesterday and quite a treat for our family!
As the nuns aren't here right now and the unit has many open beds, the nurses have relaxed visiting hours and are letting us stay back for as long as we want (as long as we're not interfering with his care or rest), so I'm going to have to wrap this up and go see my Popsicle. Thanks for your prayers, keep the cards coming, and watch for updates from either Lila or myself.
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Posted by Erin at September 2, 2006 01:10 PM | TrackBackThank you Erin, God be with him in his recovery. Pain Eh? Do hope it diminishes soon. Better than the alternative, remind him of what caused all that pain, he has to change his habits, we can't live like we are 18 and expect it to not take it's toll. Give him my best, love to all.
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Posted by: nan at September 2, 2006 10:24 PMHi Erin, thank you so much. Your Dad is very special to me, a dear friend and it means a lot to be able to get updates. Thanks again and my prayers for Delfts and for all of you.
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