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Post by Fishooked on Jan 19, 2015 9:28:11 GMT -5
Sorry to hear about this LSL.
Wishing him a speedy recovery and hope everything works out.
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Post by Ff2 on Jan 19, 2015 10:43:07 GMT -5
Hope things are going OK, please keep us updated.
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Post by LoneStarLady on Jan 19, 2015 10:47:19 GMT -5
Well, I'm here in the ICU with my work laptop, fun, fun.
The nurse said the doctor wants me in the room when he tells us what's going on. He was away all weekend and the fill-in doctor couldn't give us any updates or details of his condition or what happens next. Don't know if the doctor wanting me here is a good thing, a bad thing, or neither. We'll see.
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Post by Bing© in Buffalo Chairman on Jan 19, 2015 10:54:38 GMT -5
Well, I'm here in the ICU with my work laptop, fun, fun. The nurse said the doctor wants me in the room when he tells us what's going on. He was away all weekend and the fill-in doctor couldn't give us any updates or details of his condition or what happens next. Don't know if the doctor wanting me here is a good thing, a bad thing, or neither. We'll see. Keep us updated lovely Lady... |
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Post by Ff2 on Jan 19, 2015 10:56:17 GMT -5
Well, I'm here in the ICU with my work laptop, fun, fun. The nurse said the doctor wants me in the room when he tells us what's going on. He was away all weekend and the fill-in doctor couldn't give us any updates or details of his condition or what happens next. Don't know if the doctor wanting me here is a good thing, a bad thing, or neither. We'll see. hopefully it's so he can offer you a plan of action. And fuck work, unless it helps you pass the time. Your husband is in the ICU. Hope things go your way. |
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Post by HawkeyeJet on Jan 19, 2015 22:01:20 GMT -5
Stay strong. Good news could be on the way soon.
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Post by Gunnails on Jan 19, 2015 23:05:25 GMT -5
Wishing you and your husband good health, wish I could help. Sending all my good karma to you both.
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Post by DDNYjets on Jan 19, 2015 23:29:29 GMT -5
Wishing you and Mr. LSL the best. Stay strong.
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Post by quantum on Jan 20, 2015 10:38:58 GMT -5
Damn, well hope everything goes ok! Your boss sounds like a total dick. Would you like me to call or email him/her? I'd be happy to help. yeah, post all his contact info including home address. we'll take care of him/her. bwahaha  |
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Post by LoneStarLady on Jan 20, 2015 10:47:30 GMT -5
Thanks, everyone, I appreciate all your comments and wishes. You're the best! So, yesterday was a let-down. The doctor didn't show up till 8 PM and had no news. He sent a nurse practitioner to check my husband in the morning. She admitted she knew nothing about his case, couldn't tell us anything, and was asking stupid obvious questions, like "when did this happen?" A different specialist came in and did the same thing, like "are you on oxygen at home?" Several other doctors/nurses came in and said "aren't you glad you're being discharged today?" when he was in no condition to even go to a regular hospital room yet, let alone being released. What the fuck is wrong with them -- they can't even read his chart before coming into his room before spouting garbage? I mean, I appreciate all that everyone has done so far for him -- the ER nurses were fantastic, the weekend ICU nurses were incredible. But the new weekday doctors/nurses ... hell, at least be familiar with what's been happening. We look to them for answers and they don't even know the basics. This is the ICU, for fuck's sake, where every day/hour matters. okay /end rant  (I'm going back to being that nice "lady" now, ha, ha.) update on work: My boss has been better and saying all the right things now. Her boss, the head of our small company, sent me a nice note this morning. So maybe they're not as callous as I thought. |
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Post by Ff2 on Jan 20, 2015 11:36:16 GMT -5
I hate hospitals. You feel as if you dont matter. Sorry you are going through this. The stress of waiting and not being able to do anything is hard.
I hope things improve. Hang in there.
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Post by Jetworks on Jan 20, 2015 11:36:27 GMT -5
 I know you said the RNs weren't exactly helpful, but you're more likely to find one that will give you good information over relying on the resident covering the ICU. Not sure why his doc couldn't provide you with better info. As for the complaints about the questions, you're 100% justified in that. Some healthcare providers like to do a half-blind assessment as they feel it allows them to be more objective (I like doing that), but when it comes time for a MD/NP/PA to do a history and physical, having all the necessary info at hand is better, especially in a critical care setting. Even as a NA, I make sure I at least have the basic info of what the status of a patient is before I do vital signs. The main reason I became a NA before pursuing my RN was so that I could learn and develop good skills for dealing with a patient, a skill I see lacking in many new nurses and doctors. Again, I hope everything gets better for you guys and you get back to some semblance of normalcy. And as always, feel free to contact me with questions or to vent. |
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Post by Ff2 on Jan 20, 2015 11:42:58 GMT -5
I know you said the RNs weren't exactly helpful, but you're more likely to find one that will give you good information over relying on the resident covering the ICU. Not sure why his doc couldn't provide you with better info. As for the complaints about the questions, you're 100% justified in that. Some healthcare providers like to do a half-blind assessment as they feel it allows them to be more objective (I like doing that), but when it comes time for a MD/NP/PA to do a history and physical, having all the necessary info at hand is better, especially in a critical care setting. Even as a NA, I make sure I at least have the basic info of what the status of a patient is before I do vital signs. The main reason I became a NA before pursuing my RN was so that I could learn and develop good skills for dealing with a patient, a skill I see lacking in many new nurses and doctors. Again, I hope everything gets better for you guys and you get back to some semblance of normalcy. And as always, feel free to contact me with questions or to vent. When will we see these warm and fuzzy people skillz of yours here in the Hampur?  |
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Post by southside on Jan 20, 2015 11:51:45 GMT -5
Thanks, everyone, I appreciate all your comments and wishes. You're the best! So, yesterday was a let-down. The doctor didn't show up till 8 PM and had no news. He sent a nurse practitioner to check my husband in the morning. She admitted she knew nothing about his case, couldn't tell us anything, and was asking stupid obvious questions, like "when did this happen?" A different specialist came in and did the same thing, like "are you on oxygen at home?" Several other doctors/nurses came in and said "aren't you glad you're being discharged today?" when he was in no condition to even go to a regular hospital room yet, let alone being released. What the fuck is wrong with them -- they can't even read his chart before coming into his room before spouting garbage? I mean, I appreciate all that everyone has done so far for him -- the ER nurses were fantastic, the weekend ICU nurses were incredible. But the new weekday doctors/nurses ... hell, at least be familiar with what's been happening. We look to them for answers and they don't even know the basics. This is the ICU, for fuck's sake, where every day/hour matters. okay /end rant (I'm going back to being that nice "lady" now, ha, ha.) update on work: My boss has been better and saying all the right things now. Her boss, the head of our small company, sent me a nice note this morning. So maybe they're not as callous as I thought. I feel your anxiousness. There's nothing worse than sitting around waiting to hear good or bad news from a Dr and in the end it's no news. No resolution. Unfortunately these people have become calloused to such feelings having to deal with terrible situations every day. If you need something to help you chill out to I suggest PMing Hotman. He has a bag of goodies from what it sounds like. |
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Post by Bing© in Buffalo Chairman on Jan 20, 2015 11:56:48 GMT -5
Thanks, everyone, I appreciate all your comments and wishes. You're the best! So, yesterday was a let-down. The doctor didn't show up till 8 PM and had no news. He sent a nurse practitioner to check my husband in the morning. She admitted she knew nothing about his case, couldn't tell us anything, and was asking stupid obvious questions, like "when did this happen?" A different specialist came in and did the same thing, like "are you on oxygen at home?" Several other doctors/nurses came in and said "aren't you glad you're being discharged today?" when he was in no condition to even go to a regular hospital room yet, let alone being released. What the fuck is wrong with them -- they can't even read his chart before coming into his room before spouting garbage? I mean, I appreciate all that everyone has done so far for him -- the ER nurses were fantastic, the weekend ICU nurses were incredible. But the new weekday doctors/nurses ... hell, at least be familiar with what's been happening. We look to them for answers and they don't even know the basics. This is the ICU, for fuck's sake, where every day/hour matters. okay /end rant (I'm going back to being that nice "lady" now, ha, ha.) update on work: My boss has been better and saying all the right things now. Her boss, the head of our small company, sent me a nice note this morning. So maybe they're not as callous as I thought. Hey LSL... we had this done recently when my elderly UNCLE was in the hospital..
Most of them have patient advocates.... if you don't feel that you are getting good
answers, that may be a route to go. you really have to pound them for info as you know.
I usually went right to the Floor Nurse when our son was Hospitalized the zillion times
we went thru Health issues with him.
Don't be afraid to speak up and demand answers ....
I am praying for you and your husband. xxooxxoo Bing (real name is Bill)
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