Caused a small problem for staff last night. Temparture rose to 37.9 C. 38C is the tipping point for anti-infection protocol to swing in to action as it is classed as fever point. Trust me I did not hit the high point. By 06:00 I was down to 37.8C
Another little scare was when they gave me my blood last night and Mary noticed it was A negative. The nurse came in to do my obs and, when Mary querried this , she assured us it was A negative. Mary pointed out again that she knew that but I was A positive. One rather concerned nurse stopped the obs (and the blood) and went off to check things out. On her return she assured us that it was OK even though it had given her a bit of a scare too and the bloods continued.
To add to the fun and games Mary has had her brand new EXPENSIVE fortnightly parking ticket eaten by the machine 2 nights running. You can imagine how pleased she was!!! All sorted though as they gave her another.
It is now 7 : 30 pm and the "fun" has started again. My temperature has spiked at 38C so they have emptied my right arm of blood as well as several through my hickman line. Doctors and nurses keep appearing and checking me and now antibiotics and an x ray will soon take place. Poo and urine samples also taken.
You have to admit they are very careful (and caring) here.
Hi John
ReplyDeleteGlad to see you're keeping them on their toes - can't have them getting complacent. How's the hairstyle?
Nigel
Hi John,
ReplyDeleteYou predicted that this week would get interesting. You always were on time.
I hope it settles quickly.
Michael and Marie
Hi John
ReplyDeleteAt last I am set up. Yes you have certainly had an interesting day, and with nurse Patterson at your side, what could possibly go wrong!!
Your temp was high because I didnt wear the necessary garments when I came to visit.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Keep going and remember that round of golf in glorious sunshine that is waiting for you when you recover.
Take Care
Dave P
Wow, you are keeping them all busy. I am proud of nurse Mary for noticing the blood type did they tell you why a different blood type was ok? Brian says has Charles been round to visit you? The round of golf in the sun sounds good a bit better than my window sills!
ReplyDeleteWe are thinking and praying for you lots x
At least the Welsh rugby team have done their bit to keep your spirits up!
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