Sunday night, Don slept very well and Monday was upgraded to a "Soft Diet", which means he can have some meat and veggies. Monday night was restless, but the good news is that Don was moved to a private room around 10:00pm.
Monday was a big day for firsts; solid food, meeting with the physical therapist and the occupational therapist and standing beside the bed - with help. Both therapists will be working with Don up to 3 hours a day. Wednesday will be another big day because Don will be moving again to a Rehabilitation room. This will probably be his last move until he returns home.
Tuesday morning he ate eggs for breakfast, that were overdone, which is not the way he likes them, but in typical Don fashion, didn't complain, well maybe a little. His vital signs continue to be excellent and he is no longer on oxygen and they have removed all the IV's. Pat reports that he has some sensation of hot and cold on the left side of his face and he can smile and "show his teeth", which the nurses say is a positive sign. All of this is great news, but there is a long way to go and rest is very important.
Don, Pat and the family want all of you to know how grateful they are for the outpouring of support they have received, the visits, phone calls, cards and emails. They are overwhelmed by your love and kindness so please accept a great big Thank You!
For the next several days, please do not attempt to visit or call Don or Pat because the medical staff says that what Don needs the most is rest. Pat has promised to let us know when it will be appropriate for visits and calls and assures us that the day will quickly come when that is just what the doctor orders.
Please continue to keep Don and Pat in your prayers and if you would like to send a card, send it to their home address at, 2305 Wheeler Rd. Raleigh NC 27612, and Pat will deliver them to Don daily.
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Monday, June 29, 2009
Day 3 Update from Pat
This post was written by Jim Owens.
Pat called me about 7 AM. Don had a good evening and was able to sleep through the night. He was given slightly more medication to help him sleep, but they are not sedating him, as they need to monitor has brain patterns. According to the morning CAT Scan, the deep bleed within his brain has ceased, and he is considered to be stabilized. Some good news items are:
He has passed the "swallowing test" and they will be moving him to a liquid and cream diet today.
They will be moving him from ICU to a private room later today. Pat will call me when this happens, as she says he is asking to see me. As most of you know, I had a very good visit with him on Saturday PM after the event of Saturday morning. He was still in the ER at that time, but was moved just after our visit to ICU. The fact that they
are moving him today is a positive sign
Best news is that his ICU nurse was turning him in the bed early this AM, and he was trying to help her, and she reported that he was able to move his left leg and foot, an extremely positive thing for us to hear, as he was initially paralyzed on the left side of his body.
Thanks Jim for the update, this is very encouraging news.
Our goal will be to give an update daily by 1:00pm.
Pat called me about 7 AM. Don had a good evening and was able to sleep through the night. He was given slightly more medication to help him sleep, but they are not sedating him, as they need to monitor has brain patterns. According to the morning CAT Scan, the deep bleed within his brain has ceased, and he is considered to be stabilized. Some good news items are:
He has passed the "swallowing test" and they will be moving him to a liquid and cream diet today.
They will be moving him from ICU to a private room later today. Pat will call me when this happens, as she says he is asking to see me. As most of you know, I had a very good visit with him on Saturday PM after the event of Saturday morning. He was still in the ER at that time, but was moved just after our visit to ICU. The fact that they
are moving him today is a positive sign
Best news is that his ICU nurse was turning him in the bed early this AM, and he was trying to help her, and she reported that he was able to move his left leg and foot, an extremely positive thing for us to hear, as he was initially paralyzed on the left side of his body.
Thanks Jim for the update, this is very encouraging news.
Our goal will be to give an update daily by 1:00pm.
Sunday, June 28, 2009
Day 2 Update from Pat
As of noon today Pat reported that Don's condition had not changed much from yesterday except with some important additions. This mornings CT scan was the same as yesterday. This is very good new because that means there has been no further bleeding in his brain. He had a little pudding and graham cracker for lunch which is also good news because that indicates that he can swallow. He is in no significant pain although he is receiving small amounts of morhpine so that he can rest better. Please continue to keep Don in your prayers and I will post any new updates as soon as I receive them. God bless you all, Judith
Saturday, June 27, 2009
Background on Don's stroke
On Saturday, June 27th, Don Scott suffered a stroke while eating brunch at a local restaurant with Pat and Katherine. Pat immediately called 911 and the ambulance response was very prompt. He was taken to Wake Medical Hospital on New Bern Rd. in Raleigh.
The doctors determined that he had suffered a "deep bleed" in the middle of the brain and was therefore not operable. He was given medicine to help clot his blood so as to stop the bleeding. The left side of his body is presently paralized, his speech is affected but understandable and he is coherent. He is aware of all that is going on around him and has excellent memory both long and short term. Pat called Mr. Roberson who immediately began calling friends and co-workers at David Allen. It was not long before the emergency waiting room was filled with those who came to support Don and his family. He is now in ICU and resting comfortably except for a small headache. Pat said he was in good spirits. The next 24 hours will be very important for Don and I will be updating this blog as soon as I have anything new to report. Pat and the family would greatly appreciate your prayers for Don and in typical Scott fashion graciously extend their thanks for your love and concern.
The doctors determined that he had suffered a "deep bleed" in the middle of the brain and was therefore not operable. He was given medicine to help clot his blood so as to stop the bleeding. The left side of his body is presently paralized, his speech is affected but understandable and he is coherent. He is aware of all that is going on around him and has excellent memory both long and short term. Pat called Mr. Roberson who immediately began calling friends and co-workers at David Allen. It was not long before the emergency waiting room was filled with those who came to support Don and his family. He is now in ICU and resting comfortably except for a small headache. Pat said he was in good spirits. The next 24 hours will be very important for Don and I will be updating this blog as soon as I have anything new to report. Pat and the family would greatly appreciate your prayers for Don and in typical Scott fashion graciously extend their thanks for your love and concern.
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