Walt is the same today as yesterday, pretty much. I was with him for awhile during his dialysis treatment this morning, his breathing was rapid and he has a slight fever but all his vital signs were good said the doctors. They were concerned with his rapid breathing, but since the vitals were good they were satisfied to just keep a close eye on him.
Tip just called me and said the doctors told he and Patty that Walt is suffering from delerium (Google that, all sorts of good stuff) as a result of the brain injury/high fever/infection/whatever. The doctors claim that delirim is not uncommon in brain injury patients, and they told Tip that this condition could last for hours, days, weeks or months. No telling. They just don't know.
I don't know about you but I hate not knowing. I get mad when the damn weatherman is wrong. And I can't stand how they cover their asses when they predict a "partly cloudy with a chance of showers but otherwise sunny" day. If I can learn to accept the weatherman's all-encompassing predictions, then maybe I can make a start on accepting the same from the doctors.
Useful web link of the day: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Delirium
The title of this post is borrowed from a song entitled "Easy Answers" and I have no idea who wrote it, so sue me for copyright infringements if you must.
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4 comments:
Patty,Brian and Lindsay,
I have not been to the hospital to see Walter since the accident but I want all to know that I think about you and I'm always asking my mom and dad for updates. I am greatful for the Walt watch so that I may follow his progress. Our love to you
Laurie,Andy and all the kids
Hi Patty, Lindsay and all of the people by Walt's side.
It is heart breaking to hear what you're going through. I think by now I would be fed up as well; but please hang in there and try to keep your spirits up even though it is easier said than done...I love you all!
I'll pray for Walter and all of you!
Cousin Deb
Walt looks better every time I see him. I know there are issues now because of the events of last week, but he still looks better. He raised both arms today a number of times while I was there. His numbers also looked good. The Nurse tickled his feet and Walt flinched. This all just takes time. When Walter is ready he'll rally.
Tom Wahl
My husband Ron (the Sabres fan with the Old Forge cottage) is a friend of Walt's. We went through this when Ron's brother suffered a brain injury 1 1/2 years ago. He's doing great now and Walt will be, too. It is very frustrating when the Dr's don't have definitive answers. And yes, delirium is common in brain injuries. It will pass. You all have a long road ahead of you, but it is a road that will lead to a happy ending. Two things you really need to do...give Walt and his family lots of love and be patient! Patience is the hardest part!
Kathy Chapman
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