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Please Pray for My Dad (9/14)
« on: Sep 13th, 2005, 1:08am » |
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I wasn't home for the beginning of this whole insanity because I worked a day in insanity myself from 7a-7p at the hospital...
However, as I was walking to the train tonight, I called my mom to tell her I was headed back to my apartment. She told me that my dad had had some big time trouble breathing and that the ambulance was taking him to a local hospital. She said Diane (roomie from Jefferson) was with him - she first came along on the call because she heard the address and thought something happened to me, and then saw my mom's name - finally found out it was my dad.
Apparently he'd been outside, and my mom didn't even know he was out there. She went out to throw something in the trash, and he was sitting on the ground leaning up against the car and having a really hard time breathing. He wasn't making any sense and said, "Help" a couple of times.
So she called 911 and they took him to the hospital. I guess they gave him nitro SL and the paste. I think he also got morphine and ativan. By the time I got to the hospital at around 9:45 - he was really out of it, but my mom said this was how he had been. Just wasn't making much sense. They took him for a CT scan to make sure it wasn't a stroke. That came back okay.
Basically, they can't figure out what exactly caused this entire thing. He'd gotten some chest pain and pain down his left arm, but his EKG is good - so far the only thing out of whack is one of the cardiac enzymes is high. So they're admitting him overnight for observation and more tests.
I finally had to come home because I work 11a-11p tomorrow. My brother and aunt came down from NYC, so I didn't feel as worried leaving my mom there alone.
I know he'll be fine, but I'm still really worried about my dad.........he's only 52, and he's been my whole world my entire life. Please pray, send vibes, or whatnot that he comes out of this okay.. 
Thanks all...
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Re: Please Pray for My Dad
« Reply #1 on: Sep 13th, 2005, 1:23am » |
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Carrie,
I'm so sorry... 
I hope they will find out soon what caused it to your father.
Vibes & prayers are on their way to your father. And to you and your family. 
You're all on my mind.
Sanna
p.s. I felt the same way about my dad...
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Re: Please Pray for My Dad
« Reply #2 on: Sep 13th, 2005, 2:43am » |
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Carrie we're here for you always.
You know where I am, and your dad is in the right place.
Take care of you too, thats important do you hear?!!
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Re: Please Pray for My Dad
« Reply #3 on: Sep 13th, 2005, 2:55am » |
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Helen is right, don't forget yourself either, Carrie! 
You know where I am if you wanna talk sometime.
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Re: Please Pray for My Dad
« Reply #4 on: Sep 13th, 2005, 3:20am » |
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Re: Please Pray for My Dad
« Reply #5 on: Sep 13th, 2005, 5:48am » |
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Carrie...
Our Thought's and prayer's are with You & Your Dad...
God Bless You !!!
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Re: Please Pray for My Dad
« Reply #6 on: Sep 13th, 2005, 6:05am » |
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You got everything I can send... vibes, prayers and your Dad's quick and complete recovery are in my thoughts.
Hopefully it was just some sort of transient thing and he'll be back soon.
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« Reply #9 on: Sep 13th, 2005, 6:37am » |
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Mega vibes and prayers goin out to dad.
Keep us posted Carrie
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Re: Please Pray for My Dad
« Reply #10 on: Sep 13th, 2005, 7:27am » |
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Thanks guys
Nothing new to report yet. He's in a room now, and they're going to do a stress test this morning. I don't think anyone has told my mom the results of any more blood testing, etc. I just called her about 10 minutes ago, but she said my dad was just waking up and she'd call me back.
Last night the doc said he wanted to take off the Nitro paste because he wanted to be sure it wasn't masking the problem - mainly this is because he didn't really know what was wrong. He said if something was going to happen again, it would be best to have it happen in the hospital.
Well just now when I was talking to my mom, she's trying to explain to the nurse what the doc said about it because my dad still has the patch on. The nurse is explaining away why they keep it on people.
Duh. That wasn't the question. She wasn't getting it. Know it all nurses.....  LOL
OK will report more when I know more....
I think the biggest things we worry about is that my dad's dad died at age 51 from a massive pulmonary embolism from high blood pressure. My dad's cousin also had a horrible stroke at age 50 just a few months ago. My dad has gotten much healthier and lost a lot of weight over the last several years, but he only managed to stop smoking for about 3 months maybe - he's back to 1.5 packs a day, and he's been smoking for over 35 years. I already had 2 blood clots in my left arm and also have high blood pressure, and I have zero risk factors for high blood pressure except family history. So we worry......
Anyhow, have to go feed the dog and get ready for work. I think one of the worst things about coming home to the empty house last night was that there was a pot of water just sitting on the stove. The table was set for my mom and dad. A couple other dishes out for cooking. My dad's glass of Coke was sitting next to the armchair still full. I cleaned it all up. I didn't want my mom to be more upset.
Thanks for the prayers and support... hugs
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« Reply #11 on: Sep 13th, 2005, 7:30am » |
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Hugs and prayers for your Dad, you and your family. I see a strong family history here and lifestyle will be of paramount importance for all of you. Take charge today.
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« Reply #12 on: Sep 13th, 2005, 7:34am » |
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Praying your dad is ok Lizzie...keep us posted!
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« Reply #13 on: Sep 13th, 2005, 7:34am » |
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It almost sounds like a huge panic attack. 
Oh Carrie, I'm so sorry hon! My prayers are with your dad and you, your brother and mom. *hugs*
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« Reply #14 on: Sep 13th, 2005, 7:51am » |
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« Reply #15 on: Sep 13th, 2005, 8:15am » |
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I'm sending prayers and hugs, Carrie. Let us know how things are.
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« Reply #16 on: Sep 13th, 2005, 9:02am » |
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Hang in there Carrie....
seems difficult times abound right now.
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« Reply #17 on: Sep 13th, 2005, 9:09am » |
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« Reply #19 on: Sep 13th, 2005, 9:37am » |
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So sorry to hear this, Carrie. Prayers going up for your dad and also for you.
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Re: Please Pray for My Dad
« Reply #22 on: Sep 13th, 2005, 12:53pm » |
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Carrie.... I am so sorry your Dad is having a rough go of it. He has you in his corner though. Use your expertise to get him the best while he is in that hospital. Don't tell them how long you've been nursing. Just that you are so they know you are looking over their shoulder. I wish I had a nursing degree with all I went through this past year. Be well and know that I am praying for your Dad... love to you Ree
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« Reply #23 on: Sep 13th, 2005, 1:29pm » |
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« Reply #24 on: Sep 13th, 2005, 4:03pm » |
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