MEDICAL UPDATE FRIDAY 9:00pm
Cody had a good day today.
He did some walking and a some PT test to learn how to balance again and stand steady on his own 2 feet. This will take sometime but he is doing a great job.
He was supposed to get a veina-gram today to remove the filter from his veins that help prevent blood clots from going to his lungs. He is blood clot free in his legs and the blood clots left in his arms are minimal and going away on their own. He will remain on Heprin until he leaves the Hospital or so I am told. The minor veinagram surgery was moved to Monday. His bone flap will remain off until the Dr. is sure the infection is gone.
His white blood cell count is still down which is great. He will proceed with the new antibiotics for the next 14 days. They believe this is the right cocktail and they believe it is killing the infection. He has remained with no fever since he moved down to the NCCU.
I had a meeting with his Medical Staff today and Charge Nurse on the 5th floor. A plan has been set forth, our expectations have been expressed and now it will be up to the U of U to carry this through during his floor transfer sometime tomorrow. I am very comfortable with this transfer if everything that has been discussed is put into action. He will be transferred with me every step of the way. This is a big step and leap of faith as you all remember the last experience.
Cody still has a long way to go but is making daily progress. He still doesn't understand that he will not be going to New Zealand with the guys and asks me for a ride home on a daily basis. I am told when he starts to realize what is actually going on and starts to comprehend where he is and what is happening it is typical for TBI patients to become mean SOB's. I am hoping this is wrong but you will know as soon as I do.
While he repeats where he is because I tell him everyday, he doesn't understand what that means nor does he understand what road is still ahead. The days are long and exhausting so I apologize for the late updates as of recent. I do appreciate you all for keeping Cody going.
For Now, Until Then...
Draven
P.S. Shirts have shipped and are continuing to ship, thank you for your support. For those inquiring about donations the solution will be on the main website this next week. New shirts will be up next week as well. There a fundraisers in the works and we greatly appreciate your support and spreading the word. Thank you. Sincerely, The Marshall Family.
He did some walking and a some PT test to learn how to balance again and stand steady on his own 2 feet. This will take sometime but he is doing a great job.
He was supposed to get a veina-gram today to remove the filter from his veins that help prevent blood clots from going to his lungs. He is blood clot free in his legs and the blood clots left in his arms are minimal and going away on their own. He will remain on Heprin until he leaves the Hospital or so I am told. The minor veinagram surgery was moved to Monday. His bone flap will remain off until the Dr. is sure the infection is gone.
His white blood cell count is still down which is great. He will proceed with the new antibiotics for the next 14 days. They believe this is the right cocktail and they believe it is killing the infection. He has remained with no fever since he moved down to the NCCU.
I had a meeting with his Medical Staff today and Charge Nurse on the 5th floor. A plan has been set forth, our expectations have been expressed and now it will be up to the U of U to carry this through during his floor transfer sometime tomorrow. I am very comfortable with this transfer if everything that has been discussed is put into action. He will be transferred with me every step of the way. This is a big step and leap of faith as you all remember the last experience.
Cody still has a long way to go but is making daily progress. He still doesn't understand that he will not be going to New Zealand with the guys and asks me for a ride home on a daily basis. I am told when he starts to realize what is actually going on and starts to comprehend where he is and what is happening it is typical for TBI patients to become mean SOB's. I am hoping this is wrong but you will know as soon as I do.
While he repeats where he is because I tell him everyday, he doesn't understand what that means nor does he understand what road is still ahead. The days are long and exhausting so I apologize for the late updates as of recent. I do appreciate you all for keeping Cody going.
For Now, Until Then...
Draven
P.S. Shirts have shipped and are continuing to ship, thank you for your support. For those inquiring about donations the solution will be on the main website this next week. New shirts will be up next week as well. There a fundraisers in the works and we greatly appreciate your support and spreading the word. Thank you. Sincerely, The Marshall Family.
Candles are lit sending strength to all of you as the adrenaline begins to wear off and the road forward starts to take shape. You are all doing an amazing job and make a tremendously strong team. Will be sending positive thoughts for a stress free, successful transfer tomorrow.
Reply to this
All positive thoughts and prayers are with you for a smooth transition to the 5th floor and another day of progress ...
Go Cody!!! You are doing GREAT!!!
Love,
Carol
Reply to this
Draven, I apologize for my comment about not enough updates. You are an angel doing an amazing and *exhausting* job, caring for someone who desperately needs you. A daily update is more than enough for anyone sitting at their computer and checking in now and then.
I was trying to make an ironic comment that you've been keeping us updated above and beyond belief, but irony doesn't work very well on the Internet, does it?
Good luck with the move, and good luck as Cody becomes aware of his situation.
Cody, you know that many skiers have been through setbacks that have taken many months to recover; One guy won the WC overall last winter. Probably you can come up with a list of them.
Reply to this
We are keeping the faith up and Cody is so lucky to have you to keep the great staff on their toes for the eventual transfer.
Keep up the Great Work Cody!!!
Reply to this
Way to go team! Keep up the great work. Good luck today and stay positive about the move--the doctors and nurses are fully aware of what you expect (at least they should).
Reply to this
Go Cody Go! I am so proud of you. Thank you Draven for all you have done to aid Cody's recovery. I'm sure Tucker's visit was a boost for Cody. We want each day to mark a step toward recovery. Good work, Cody! With prayers and love, Grandma Marshall
Reply to this
iatrogenic kidney disorders (never hurts to ask)
http://tinyurl.com/2u42nc
Reply to this
Draven,
Thanks for the updates on Cody. Sounds like the team of doctors that are in place are getting a handle on what Cody needs to be taken care of. Fever is one thing, infections can get nasty quick. And it sounds like Cody is a fighter, so the infection doesn't stand a chance. So, once that gets cleared up, its "lock and load" time, Cody can maybe ramp up the therapy. And Cody! you will be back in New Zealand.
Draven, please let Cody know that his spirit and determination that he has must not waver, keep on fighting, so that you can get back on the snow soon.
Draven, hang in there for sure along with your family. You had mentioned the long haul for Cody, it might be, that saying, "One day at a time", I have also found that out to be spot on. My father had a major stroke Aug. 11, 2008, and he is still in a Convelescant home, with no speech, and pralysis in his right hand and arm, so each day that I get frustrated when I visit, I can't imagine how it is for my Dad not to be able to speak with his buddies. Our family was also told that it would be a long haul and with no guarantees. And my Dad has also had some of those days when he was a mean SOB, (not his fault). Just the frustration level going up. So, I can't speak on how you feel Draven, but I do understand. I can only think of one thing down the road, and that is that my dad will walk out of the convelescant home talking like crazy, and I know that Cody will ralley as well.
My Dad has this hanging on his office wall, yes, he still enjoyed working up to the stroke. And he is a young 82.
"You are as Young as your faith, as old as your doubt; as young as your self-confidence as old as your fear; as young as your hope, as old as your despair. In the central place of every heart, there is a recording chamber; so long as it receives messages of beauty, hope, cheer, and courage, so long are you young".
General Douglas Macarthur
(1880-1964)
Stay Strong Cody:
Coach "Woody" Brackney
Mt. Holly Snowsports School/MI.
Fenton High School Ski Team
Thunderbolt Training Centers/USSA
Reply to this