Thursday Dad was laughing hysterically as he recounted the story of what happened to him the night before. Let's just say he was trying to get changed by himself--he wouldn't dare ask his nurse and was having some difficulty getting changed by himself. He was laughing so hard that his back started hurting. He did have a fever Wednesday night- they think it is due to the swelling in his knee. He looked better on Thursday when we brought him lunch. They had to take him down to radiology to make sure his portacath was functioning. They thought that it might be leaking. The good news is that it isn't. Dad's WBC count is still very low, so anyone who comes to visit has to wear a mask and gloves to keep Dad safe from infections. They gave him another dose of the medication to boost his WBC production. In the meantime, Dad was trying to convince the doctor to let give him his walking papers. The only problem is that Dad hasn't been out of bed and he can't go home if he can't move.
Friday was the first time Dad worked with the physical therapist again. As we thought, it was very difficult for Dad to get up. He isn't able to to bear any weight on his knee, and with a broken back, he can't use crutches. So they tried again to get him up in the afternoon, and they were at least able to get him up three steps and back three steps. Dad said they were willing to release him on Friday- but if he can't move what good is he going to be? He realizes it will be impossible for mom to be able to move him at home if he can't help get up and move himself. So slowly he is going to have to rebuild his strength. He is hoping only a couple more days and he will be able to go home, but he isn't going to rush it. The last thing that he wants is to be rehospitalized.
Today Mom's parents are coming into town. It will be the first time that her Dad has been here and they will also get a chance to visit with Dad.
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