Ruby and I went by to see Dad after church today. We found him to be in fairly good shape. He still has problems keeping the phlegm under control, and this seems to be a constant source of frustration for him -- understandably. A very kind nurse named Rhonda, confirms that they have begun treating his sinus/allergy condition so as to hopefully bring some relief from the coughing and labored breathing.
His feet are quite swolen, a normal development when one is bed-ridden. Of course this is complicated by the diabetes. He wears leg pads to prevent blood clots in his legs as well.
The nurse joked that he is strong enough to push her hand away when she tries to suction his throat! Of course this process of suctioning would make anyone angry! But it sure does help his breathing.
He all but PUT my hands on his legs to give him the massage relief that he responds to so often purring like a big-ol' cat! His eyes roll back in his head! Imagine being stuck in that bed for almost 2 months! I don't mind doing it either -- though my brother Kevin has the better hands and technique for the job!
Cheers!
Kirk
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