First post-op day, extremely stressful for Kevin, morphine pump, high level of discomfort. I spent the night in his room so he always had someone to assist him.
Day 2 was much better. They switched out the morphine for OxyContin, and he started has to tolerate small amounts of liquid, and small amounts of soft food.
It has been confirmed that Kevin will definitely undergo radiation; Depending upon the pathology results, he may also get chemotherapy as well. There is a clinical study that is hoped will be available in South Bend. Once again, his case is being presented at tumor board.
In addition to 2 nurses and a physical therapist, we have 3 teams of residents, and 3 attending physicians making rounds throughout each day. The nurses are involving me in all aspects of his care, including bathing him. I can't say enough about the care he is getting, and how generous everyone is in their concern for me as well. The nurses brought a recliner into the room so I could stay there comfortably, and have brought me heated blankets in the night.
Everyone is pleased at how quickly he is progressing, especially me! We have done walk around the Unit (with him using a walker, and me pushing the IV pole) with another scheduled walk .
Our days were extremely busy with a myriad of tasks Kevin needs assistance with. The care is great, love the entire team, and the regularity with which the nurses are here. My cell coverage is spotty in our room, so I don't have a lot of communication with the outside world, but at the same time, my focus is on giving Kevin the assistance and attention he needs.
Kevin was discharged on day 6 ...soooo happy to go home!
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