April 28, 2011

Well today started off not so good. Steven called me all upset for the NP asked him about his Advance directives. What where his wishes ? Did he want to be resuscitated, kept alive by machines or did he want to be left comfortable with no heroic measures ? As far as Stevens concern, he had no wishes, he was by no means dying. Therefore, Steven was told he needs blood for his labs are low and is Bp is 78/54. Surgery to repair the stent has been postponed until tomorrow. A little disappointed but it is what it is. Steven finally agreed to DNR/DNI Hospice Care services  following a lengthy conversation with his physician. Hospice Care is to be set up once he's home. The doctors plan is to administer 2units of PRBC in attempts to bring up his blood pressure so he can have the stent repair procedure and Steven will be home on Saturday. Stevens oncologist is pleased with Stevens decision. As for me....I'm angry and upset for my heart weeps for knowing what's to come. Cancer ..... You suck !!!!