Today Paula is still in Baptist Hospital (Room 782 bed2). She was admitted on
Tuesday, April 14th after her scheduled liver Dr. appointment. She made the choice to be
admitted so that they would get her built back up! She has had fluid on her abdomen
that builds up and makes it hard for her to eat, which makes her very weak. They have drained
12+ liters of fluid! Wow! The fluid will continue to build up but they are trying to keep it drained so she will be more comfortable and have an appetite. They are giving her nutrtion
through her IV as well. Dr. Jalil was just in and would like to see her stay through Monday. She has a right heart cath scheduled for Monday and he thinks it would be better to keep her and get her as strong as possible for that. Physical Therapy & Occupational Therapy are just coming in to tire her out!
Paula has had quite a few visitors at Baptist. Her parents, Roland & Gene are with her everyday, all day. Heather has spent the past 2 nights in her room with her. Scott & Melissa have been visiting between school schedules. The grandkids are visiting her and giving her lots of hugs! Her niece, Rachele is also checking in and keeping things in line!! Carys & I (Karena) came to visit and and brought her a new little friend- "Fuzzy Bear". She is a cute little pink Build-a-Bear that Carys made just for Grandma. Fuzzy is going to keep her company while she is by herself in the room.
Paula would love to hear from anyone. She has a direct phone line in her room 945-5792. You can also log on to the Integris website and send cards. Just click on this link... https://www.integris-health.com/INTEGRIS/en-US/Locations/BRHC-miami/GetWellandeCards/BRHCEcard.htm
We also have made a facebook page for Paula if you are a facebook person- add her and we will be keeping you up to date there as well!
If you would like to send a personal letter you can email Paula at prayersforpaula@gmail.com .
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