All good news today. The X-ray of Kate's lungs looks clear. Her hemoglobin levels are staying steady and it looks like a blood transfusion is highly unlikely. This is a big victory for Kate. Kate is O negative and we didn't have a family donor for her. We know the blood bank is safe but Kate was very uncomfortable with having a stranger's blood in her.
She had an intense therapy session this morning and did beautifully. She sat up then stood briefly and sat in a chair for about 20 minutes then returned to her bed. It wasn't easy by any means but she did it and did it much longer than she wanted to. She has another one around 3:00 that she is NOT looking forward to. The last one ended with 2 extra doses of pain medication.
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| This is the corset she mentioned a few days ago. She wears it when she does activity. It offers a little support but it mostly reminds her not to bend or twist. She only needs to use it for the first 4 weeks after surgery. No more braces after that! |
She is awake and watching tv right now. She's pretty quiet and dozes off often but we are getting closer to having our Kate back.
Love Good News!! Go Kate Go!! We're all still here cheering for you!! We know it's not easy, but it's getting better. Just know good things are heading you're way. Sending more prayers to get you through this long week! The Carter's
ReplyDeleteI'm glad Kate's getting better at ever time! :D Keep up the good work Kate!! Stay Strong!! Love ya, Hannah
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DeleteYOUR A GOOD GIRL KATE.... GLAD TO HEAR KATE GOT TO SIT UP AND STAND. HOPE YOU HAVE A GOOD REST OF THE DAY AND NIGHT. KEEPING YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN OUR PRAYERS!
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Great job Kate!!! Even though the pain can become immense you are toughing it out because you know that it's the best for you. That's the smart Kate I remember from Mrs Uftring's class. Good job. Still in everyone's prayers. Good luck with tomorrow!
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keep going strong!!!!
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