Sunday, April 1, 2012
Sunday
RJ worked with the Physical Therapist again today, and walked up and down the hallway twice. They tried having him use a walker but that didn't work because of his right arm. Then they tried having him use a cane but the PT reported back to Tricia that didn't work either because he just carried it and wouldn't lean on it. In the afternoon the Speech Therapist came in to test RJ. She had him do writing, reading, and math problems, as well as asking questions to test his memory and concentration. She was very pleased and amazed at the results (considering his injuries) She doesn't think he will need any therapy for this. Focusing and concentrating on things seems to be a bit difficult for him but should be back to normal in time. The only thing that he really missed on the test was drawing a cube, and he called a rhino a hippo! The doctor projected this morning that he will be in the hospital for about 1 more week and then into a Rehab hospital for about 2 weeks. His white blood cell count is high and the doctors are currently trying to figure that out.
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Tricia, our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
ReplyDeleteSande & Dan Nascimento
You have been in our thoughts and prayers since we heard the news. It's been quite a roller coaster of a week. Hopefully the ride will smooth out a little now. RJ's typical good humor has been an inspiration to many thoughout his life and especially now. He has always been one of my heroes. Tricia, be sure to take care of yourself in all this. I wish I could be of help some way, but my thoughts and prayers will be with you always.
ReplyDeleteColleen
Glad to hear he is improving and able to listen to some of Conference yesterday. The talks were very uplifting and I am sure they helped keep his spirits up. We continue to pray for his recovery and releif from pain. I am continually amazed at what our bodies can go through and then heal themselves. We love you!
ReplyDeleteCarie Valentine