But enough about technology ... back to Dad! He continues to show excellent progress. The charge nurse brushed his teeth this morning, and he was able to swish and spit on command. She thought it was enough of a sign to let him have a little applesauce, which he did fine with on swallowing. The speech consultation has cleared him for the initial reentry into the world of food. No steak just yet, but in due time!
When we arrived, the nurse told Dad to shake my hand. He slowly raised his left hand and shook mine (even after having a little morphine for the pain). And when she came in to check his blood sugar, she said, "I'm going to stick your finger. Is that OK?" And he actually gave a muffled "uh-huh" in his throat. She said, "Did you say 'uh-huh'??" And he nodded his head. PROGRESS!!
They may try to have the physical therapy folks come up later today and let him sit up in a chair! Praise God!
3 comments:
Skeeter,
What a blessing! My continued thoughts and prayers as your dad continues to heal and gain strenth.
Marie :)
Helen and family,
So good to hear that George is keeping with the baptist tradition of good food! Sounds like he is making good progress for such a complicated situation. I'm praying for all good things in God's timing.
Susan Sims
Thanks for all the updates...They are surely answered prayers. We praise God for all the progress. You all are blessed to have such a wonderful family. We will continue to pray for you daily. Mary Stewart
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