Day 1

Today was day 1 of Dad's treatment. It did not start great- his back is still bothering him so much that he had a bad night last night. So he was pretty exhausted.

0900 Arrive at the boutique for round one.
0930 Vital signs done, IV started (it took 2 attempts to get it and she felt really bad!) and IV fluids infusing.
1030 IV fluids mostly done, nausea medication in
1040 Velcade in and no problems.
1100 IV out- no problems
1130 Metabolic doctor appointment.... more insulin :(
1245 To the pharmacy to pick up his dex and insulin
1330 Back home. Checked his blood sugar, gave his insulin and ate lunch. Steroids are in, more insulin. Try to rest and work

1930: Talked to Dad. He was doing better, his back wasn't bothering him and he had dinner and was getting ready to sleep since he was drained from the last 4 days of lack of sleep. I told him I would create this blog for him- he seemed to like this idea.

2130: Talked to Mom. Dad's back is feeling good, he didn't need his pain medication. No nausea and he ate a really good dinner and is in better spirits now that his back is feeling better.

We go in again on Friday for the second dose. In the meantime I will post updates on how he is doing. Keep faith in prayer, our journey has begun.