Jon did not need suctioning today until we were getting ready for therapy. He needed suctioning as we were getting him dressed and then an hour later. He ended up being suctioned 4 times in 6 hours. He is coughing alot up on his own but still has alot being suctioned out. He was in the wheel chair for 2 hours again. They were supposed to "pressure map" his seat in order to allow him to sit up in the chair for more than 2 hours. The chair rep got his days mixed up and won't be out until tomorrow. Hopefully starting tomorrow we can get him up a little longer. I will let you know tomorrow what "pressure mapping" is exactly. My understanding is that they use the computer to find out where his pressure points are and then adjust the seat accordingly.
Yesterday among the human visitors we also had a rabbit visitor come in. A lady that lives close by has 4 rabbits and brought in her Fleming giant. He was 40 pounds!! I had her take him into Jon's room so he could see him and Jon flipped out. He is the largest either of us has seen before. Today she brought in it's mate. She is only 17 pounds! Still a rather large rabbit but not nearly the size of Big Bun (short for Big Bunny). Tomorrow she will bring in the other 2 they have. She doesn't know anyone at the center, rabbits can also be therapeutic and didn't know if anyone would enjoy seeing them. They have been a hit with everyone that has seen them. Jon was able to pet the one today.
While Jon was eating dinner (rather late tonight - arrived at 6:50), Greg called and wanted to know where I was. I said with Jon. He said good, go to the front desk. Mark, a friend of Jon's was in town. He has been traveling back and forth daily from Defiance to Columbus for work. He was finally given a hotel room instead of traveling 5 1/2-6 hours round trip. He surprised both of us. He will be in town until Thursday for work so we will get to see him for alittle in the evenings. It lifted Jon's spirits.
Thanks for checking in. Mom and Carol will be down tomorrow.
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Jon,
i check on here daily to see what's going on....the bunny story is very cool and i'm sure you enjoyed them!! you and your entire family are always in my prayers. please keep the faith, don't give up, even if you're sick of everyone telling you that........faith is an awesome thing, trust me. you have my thoughts, prayers, and love.....be strong.
Robin Dunbar :)
Hey Jon, Barb,
You are right about the pressure mapping. It will help them to customize the cushion to negate any one area of pressure so the body's pressure is distributed evenly on the seat. He will STILL need to do pressure reliefs though. Always do presuure reliefs when sitting, and often!! Make it a first priority to make a habit! Just as turning several times throughout the night should become a personal habit (as soon as you are able). No more bedsores!! I am SOOOOO anxious for you to complete therapy and get out of the hospital. I think of you and pray for you every day John. Remember, work, work, work!! The sooner you get the work done and heal, the sooner you can move on!
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