This was another busy day for Lee. He remained in the ICU until noon, and was transferred to the main hospital (Duke North) to second floor, room 2317. It is a huge change from the ICU in the Medical Pavilion to the main hospital! In the pavilion he had a large room with a complete wall of glass. When I entered this morning, the sun was shinning brightly through the window. Even though his room was located on the 6th floor, when I looked out the window, it was as though I was on the ground floor. The view was of a garden with a small brook traversing among the beautiful plants. A closer look revealed no water, but a curved pathway made of rock crystals that reflected the light in such a way that one could see the movement of water! Amazing! This cozy area held a sofa, built-in -desk or table with connections for charging electronic devices. There was a 34" flat-screen TV mounted to the wall. All this for the family visitor! No wonder I did not want to leave. Also, trying not to imagine the cost to insurance! I compare it to the "Taj"!
The area for Lee was immediately in front. His bed was surrounded by every conceivable electronic device available for his care. I had the impression that I had been transported to the 22nd century. To this nurse of latter 20th century into the 21st century, It was like walking through a scientific, futuristic textbook that was filled with pictures!
Now he is in a very small room, small window, one recliner, with little room for more than two people! He still gets lots of attention though. The nurses and doctors appear each hour to check the pulse on the graft. The graft looks very good, and the doctors have commented that they are quite pleased with the results so far. He will, however, stay the entire five days post-op to ensure that it stays that way!
Looks like Tuesday will be the travel day home!
More Later............................................................Brenda
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