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You've gotten some excellent advice so far and the only thing I can add is to find out about contacting a patient advocate at the hospital. They hopefully can give you and your wife some good info about accommodations nearby. Good luck to you, sending good vibes your way.
This ^. There are also charities associated with most hospitals that can help with lodging for family members. They are invaluable in giving support, so don't be afraid to use them.Originally Posted by Doc45
".45, it's like 9mm only for adults"-trlcavscout
Great-Kazoo gave some VG advice. I went thru this 11 years ago and will confirm that
You will be incredibly weak. You will need help for 2-4 weeks getting in and out of bed and sitting in or getting out of a chair.
PT will teach you how to get in and out not using your arms. The before mentioned pillow will be hugged to your chest with both arms for coughing, sneezing, getting in and out of chairs and beds, when you feel like going to a restaurant take it with you, you will need it.
You will probably be given a dozen different drugs when released from the hospital. We set up and excel sheet to keep the drugs and times taken straight. I was quickly taken off some and continue on some to this day.
Walking is very important to build up strength, but you won't be able to do much to begin with. Have someone with you for physical support. It took months to feel mostly back to normal. You will have set back some days.
Other days will be noticeable progress.
My endurance has been permanently reduced. chest muscle strength has never fully come back. I feel it when I lift too much.
Having the surgery is sure better that the alternative. You will get thru this, it just won't be an instant fix.
I wish you the best of luck and pray for the skilled hands of the doctors.
Like me, most of you probably thought you were tough guys at age 25, 29 or 32. But in seniorhood is when the real challenges happen. We're still tough, brave and resilient no matter how freaking scary it is. Don't forget it.
Best wishes, Sellersm. May you have calm winds and easy seas.
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