We were moved to the progressive floor. There is still a lot of care just a little less craziness than ICU. Unfortunately, last night we found that Greg's pressure sore reopened. I am very worried about skin integrity and what that means for his care and his ability to do everything he wants to do. He is now on his oral blood thinner and we are waiting to see if there are any side effects and that he can tolerate this medication.
We are trying to figure out more care for Greg. Specifically, we need night care. We can go with an agency which is very expensive and the caregivers are unknown to us. We are so fortunate with our morning caregiver and would prefer to work with someone who is part of our " family " because they're just is a sense of being part of Team Lemos. Night care is just about turning, fixing pillows, getting water, possibly a few hygienic duties.. Anything more than that I am in the house to deal with. Any help or suggestions on this are very welcome.
Have you considered some of the nursing students from the college? When I was there 12 years ago, there were many caring qualified people in class that would be willing to get experience using what they learned, and maybe learn new stuff in the process. Good luck in your quest.
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