John Schmidt
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« on: May 31, 2018, 03:31:37 PM » |
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Long story short....she fell in the bathroom and broke her right hip. Agony like I've not seen in a person is some time and when it's your loved one it tears you up inside. So, by the time we were done with the ER and being admitted, testing and xrays, talking to specialists, etc., I have now been up from 8:00am Wednesday and will be until later tonight. They finally convinced her of the need for an operation which is basically a hip replacement that doesn't include the socket. I'm going back up there around 8:30-9:00 pm this evening which will be about the time she's back in her room. Her son from St. Pete is there now so I can get a break, just don't dare sleep or I'll never wake up until tomorrow.
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« Reply #1 on: May 31, 2018, 03:38:17 PM » |
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so sorry to hear that John, my heart feels for you both. will pray for u both. Jesus is a miracle healer.
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« Reply #2 on: May 31, 2018, 04:36:51 PM » |
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Best thoughts for Rita, and you too John. My Mom fell shortly after going into a nursing home 3 1/2 years ago. Thank goodness she only fractured her hip and they put three screws into it to stabilize. She is still in a wheelchair or in bed all the time but a couple of times she thought she could walk and fell. Thanks goodness nothing else was broken.
I hope they can give her back some mobility and be pain free.
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« Reply #3 on: May 31, 2018, 04:54:46 PM » |
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so sorry to hear this, if you would like a break to sleep I'll come sit with her, please let me know.  |
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« Reply #4 on: May 31, 2018, 05:16:14 PM » |
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So sorry to hear this John. My thoughts will be with you both.
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« Reply #5 on: May 31, 2018, 05:32:41 PM » |
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I am very sorry to hear this news. You are both in my thoughts and prayers.
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« Reply #6 on: May 31, 2018, 05:38:55 PM » |
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John
So sorry to hear about Rita's fall and hope it all goes well with her operation.
Take care of yourself also, careful driving since you have not had any sleep.
Keep us informed, prayers and thoughts for both of you.
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« Reply #7 on: May 31, 2018, 05:51:46 PM » |
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aww sheeze so sorry to hear this John . May the Lord give you both comfort and healing for Rita. Prayers rising up.
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« Reply #8 on: May 31, 2018, 05:52:10 PM » |
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Best wishes and prayers for you and Rita.
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« Reply #9 on: May 31, 2018, 05:54:19 PM » |
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That’s horrible, praying the surgery goes well recovery is swift
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« Reply #10 on: May 31, 2018, 06:19:07 PM » |
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Darn John that is terrible news, hope they can get everything corrected and she can have a speedy recovery from this. Keeping both of you in our prayers.
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John Schmidt
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« Reply #11 on: May 31, 2018, 07:40:24 PM » |
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Just got home, the dr. was pleased with the results, said everything went textbook. Tonight she rests, tomorrow they have her up and moving that leg. She was still pretty groggy when I first got back up to her room about 8:30pm, but when I left about half hour ago she was awake and talking, albeit rather softly....doesn't have a strong voice any longer. She was coming out of the strong stuff given during the operation so the nurse hit her up with a small dose of pain meds to start with, will increase as needed but wanted to start slow and build it up if she can handle it. They take her off hospice during this and the following rehab, then reinstate it after that's done. I got the bathroom floor cleaned up pretty good but the bed sheets....oh my! Covered it up so I can sleep on the bed tonight and will change things tomorrow, too tired tonight. Thanks for the thoughts and prayers, I have a feeling the days are going to get longer for a while.
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« Reply #12 on: May 31, 2018, 07:53:56 PM » |
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Ahh, John.....So sorry to read this. Best of luck to Rita from both Lesa and I. We will certainly pray for strength for the both of you.
Like others have said, if you need anything please call us.
We have been there as well with Lesa's mom breaking a hip around 18 months ago and her other leg around 8 months ago. Know what you are going through.
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« Reply #13 on: June 01, 2018, 04:55:21 AM » |
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My thoughts and prayers are with you and Rita, John. Hope she heals quickly.
Bob
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« Reply #14 on: June 01, 2018, 04:55:27 AM » |
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Sorry to hear this. Hope all goes well with surgery and recovery.  |
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« Reply #15 on: June 01, 2018, 07:35:21 AM » |
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Wishing you and Rita the best.
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« Reply #16 on: June 01, 2018, 07:40:18 AM » |
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So sorry to hear this John..  Prayers for both of you and if you need anything, please let me know... |
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« Reply #17 on: June 01, 2018, 09:18:23 AM » |
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Sorry To Hear About This John,We Will Be Praying For Both Of You .
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« Reply #18 on: June 01, 2018, 01:20:35 PM » |
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Sorry to hear this john. Prayers to both of you for a speedy recovery
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« Reply #19 on: June 01, 2018, 02:34:53 PM » |
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 Good gosh John, I'm sure sorry to hear the news. Not good with what she has been going thru already. I can imagine things will be hectic for a bit. Good luck and prayers for all. 
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« Reply #20 on: June 02, 2018, 06:56:20 PM » |
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Hey John....what's the update on Rita? Fingers crossed for a good one.
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John Schmidt
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« Reply #21 on: June 03, 2018, 03:27:02 AM » |
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Hey John....what's the update on Rita? Fingers crossed for a good one.
Not very good, still a lot of pain, they're trying to move her out of the hospital to a nursing facility for rehab, said I need to make a decision on where. I reminded them they gave me the list of such places Friday evening, it's now the weekend and there is nobody available until Monday to talk with at any of the locations. The case worker got a bit pissy about it so I suggested maybe I need an attorney present at our next meeting. She then mentioned she doesn't have a medical issue going on, that's when I stood up and got a little loud. She backed off. The results of the CT scan used to ID the broken hip also divulged what appears to be possibly a cancer spot on one vertebrae. Rita said if so, she's not going to pursue treatment at this stage of the game. It's getting a bit difficult. |
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« Reply #22 on: June 03, 2018, 09:07:32 AM » |
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can't say much more then what has already been said... Just try an hang in there... Prayers going out to Rita & you...…  |
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« Reply #23 on: June 03, 2018, 06:15:44 PM » |
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Weekends and the medical industry ........ Nice way of putting it is "You are on your own".
We feel for ya', John. Hang in there and know you have a community around you that are pulling for the both of you.
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« Reply #24 on: June 04, 2018, 10:14:14 AM » |
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« Reply #25 on: June 04, 2018, 05:50:57 PM » |
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So sorry to read about Ritas fall.
Sure glad the surgery went well.
Will be praying for strength and healing for both of you John.
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« Reply #26 on: June 09, 2018, 12:48:28 PM » |
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Hey JOhn.....how's she doing? And how are YOU doing?
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John Schmidt
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« Reply #27 on: June 09, 2018, 06:32:13 PM » |
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Hey JOhn.....how's she doing? And how are YOU doing?
She hates being where she is but a lot of it is unfamiliarity with surroundings....and being alone. She hates it when I leave, tough situation. She does seem to be getting stronger which is encouraging, doing a bit of walking with a walker, sitting up in the wheelchair. Small victories but important ones. I had a run in with one of the CNA's last night, she's originally from Jamaica. Speaks very rough and hard to understand, is fast and rough with the patients and I caught her with Rita. Rita was trying to tell her something and she kept talking over her, doing what she wanted and yanking the sheets around, various irritating moves. I stopped her, tried to talk to her but she wouldn't shut up, kept talking over me. I stood up and got right in front of her, told her she needs to shut her mouth and listen to her patients, and slow down. She quickly told me she's not used to being spoken to in such a manner and if I did it again she'd slap me. Wrong move! First I told her if she made that mistake that I would respond in kind. I then called the nurse supervisor in, filled her in with what had happened and the threat. The supervisor told her to go home and they would deal with her Monday morning. The super apologized and sent a different gal to take over. Rita was happy with her so I was satisfied. In general the staff is very accommodating, 100 times better than the facility she was in during Jan./Feb. of 2017. |
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« Reply #28 on: June 24, 2018, 04:43:49 PM » |
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John Schmidt
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« Reply #29 on: June 24, 2018, 05:44:14 PM » |
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I seem to be tired most of the time, the day is centered around a lot of running back/forth to the nursing home. The people taking care of her are good to her with few exceptions. After a run-in with a couple members of the staff, things took a change. Her daughter Tracey will jump down their throat at the drop of a hat so when she was around things moved smoothly. They want to discharge her at the end of next week, around July 6, but I doubt she will be ready. I'm a bit curious as to what's behind them wanting to get her out so quick so plan to ask some rather pointed questions this Tueday in a staff meeting. |
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« Reply #30 on: June 24, 2018, 05:59:18 PM » |
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hope you can find a few extra mins to rest your body and your not only eatinng fasrt food. this will make you tired as well. hopefully they listen to you and tell you the truth why. hang in there, sending you hugs. {{{hugs}}} & |
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« Reply #31 on: June 25, 2018, 06:09:55 PM » |
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........and get some exercise as well, John. Works wonders in more ways than one in situations like this.
Take care of yourself and the rest will be a bit easier.
Keep us in the loop. We care!
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John Schmidt
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« Reply #32 on: June 25, 2018, 06:30:26 PM » |
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........and get some exercise as well, John. Works wonders in more ways than one in situations like this.
Take care of yourself and the rest will be a bit easier.
Keep us in the loop. We care!
Agreed, I've been hitting the gym 3 times a week since she's been in the "home." It had been 6 mo. since I'd been in there so the first couple visits were a bit tough to handle. Hot shower and good night's rest made a difference. She is walking more, therapists are making her get up and dressed, go to the dining room and mingle during lunch. They also insist she no longer use the bedpan during the day...she didn't argue that point at all. They're talking about discharging her around the end of next week. We'll probably have to hire a helper for a couple weeks, bathroom issues aren't quite up to par yet and she doesn't want me to continue to have to help her on that. |
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