Entry 27
Wednesday, December 15
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We decided to be forthright and write about today's success...
We had been worrying about Harry's bowel function. You would too. After all, it had been a week since his last BM. Success came today. All it took was a bearable two day regimen of Senokot (laxative) and Docusate (surfactant used as a laxative and stool softener) with a single dose of Milk Of Magnesia not to mention prunes, prune juice, lots of water, and some bran cereal in addition to regular small meals. The Foley catheter presented only minor logistical problems. According to Harry, this event was not big on the Richter scale, but was big on the relief scale.
The home care nurse came for her first visit to change the dressing on the pelvic drain and to answer our questions. We're keeping a log of everything that we observe or measure including temperature, blood pressure, fluid amounts and colors. The home care nurse was complimentary about our notes. There will be home care visits three times a week for a couple of weeks until the foley catheter and pelvic drain are removed.
Harry continues his mini treks around the house, probably pretending he's on the Mantario Trail.
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