We had a slight delay in finding Corey because he thought he would be going to Krous(sp?) hospital, but really went to University hospital. Fortunately they are right next to each other and the ER receptionist at Krous had the University ER on speed-dial and was able to track down Corey when he did not show up on her computer.
Corey was able to be treated in the pediatric portion of the ER (anyone under 19, he made it by 6 weeks) which was a good thing because the adult ER was pretty busy. He received good attention from the nursing staff and the 2 doctors on duty. They gave him almost 5 liters of something in an IV bag and some Tylenol to bring down his fever. They did lots of blood tests, did an EKG, and a chest X-ray. They determined that he has the flu (type A), which hit him pretty hard since his body was weakened by not being well for the past 6 weeks. We were given some suggestions for follow-up with Corey's pediatrician and will hear more results of the the blood work that the hospital did, on Tuesday. Here is a photo of Corey in the hospital, taken with his permission!
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We have not had anyone this sick in our house for a long time. His fever spikes again when the Tylenol wears off and he is quite congested.
So that was our morning. We were home by 10:30 AM. We were quite pleased with the care that Corey received at the hospital and are grateful for the attention that they gave to his overall health.
So what else to report.
Last night we had a great dinner at Bob and Sally's . Sally made a fabulous cake for me for my birthday. I will have to find out what kind of cake she would like for her May birthday so I can return the favor.
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Tucker called recently and has been working on a couple of unrelated archaeology jobs but was now heading off for a week-long trip on the San Juan River-lucky dog!
Today is a beautiful day here. Jim has the laundry hanging out for the first time this year.
Here is the photo of yarn that Jim bought me in Toronto. He did good!
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I guess that's all for now. I will have Corey take his temperature, so it can be added to Jim's "fever" spreadsheet!!
Hope all is well with you.
2 comments:
What an eventful weekend! Corey, I hope you feel better soon.
I didn't know that Corey had been so ill. Guess he's all better, having been at the kayaking training and all...
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