Peggy had her doc visit today. So here's the scoop. Peggy has opted NOT to get her trach changed so long as HCA comes by to put air in. There is a very slow leak - only about 1.5 CCs over a 3 or 4 day period. Dr. Davis and Dr. Druger are very happy that she has decided not to change her trach since there is truly no medical neccessity for it and the risks outweigh any possible benefit. HCA (Cathy or Catherine) will coming by Tuesdays and Fridays to check the cuff and add air. NO ONE ELSE IS SUPPOSED TO TOUCH THE CUFF. Period.
Peggy's toe is of course still funky. Now that we know she is not going in for a trach change, we can schedule the podiatrist. I will work on that tomorrow.
Peggy was complaining of congestion and thought that maybe the suction machine wasn't working right. They delivered a new suction machine and Peggy says it is working better. She said that last night they got a lot of mucus out and that made her feel better...and that was even before the new suction machine...so I think this has probably worked itself out on its own.
It's been lots of fun around here for Peggy with both kids here. Peggy has begun sorting through costumes for the big party and Indy had fun getting into the mess yesterday - check out her funky bunny get up!
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