Last week my nearly 91 year old mother was dropped by a CNA during a transfer from the bed to wheelchair. This was strictly against protocol as she was only supposed to be lifted with a Hoyer lift. Both her femur bones were fractured.
The worker was let go that day. My mother had surgery on the leg that did not have an existing knee replacement. She was released from the hospital today. I will go to the facility tomorrow. She will require PT which she generally likes if she has energy for it.
It has been so hard to process this happening. She was not mobile with her legs but she had learned to navigate the wheelchair in the facility. Now I wonder if she will regain that. The femur in one leg will have to heal on its own if possible..I am just putting this out there for any thoughts on the healing of fractured femurs or any other thoughts. Prior to this unfortunate incident I have felt her care in this facility was decent. I am at least comforted with the taking of responsibility and stating the truth on their part which they probably would have had to do. I imagine the hospital wanted exact facts.
I'm sorry Riverdale, words fail me. How is she?
If she likes therapy there is a chance that she could get better.
If it is possible to add a couple cups of bone broth to her daily routine, this will help her body recover.
I pray that she is able to continue navigating her wheel chair in the near future and has no trauma from this sad situation.
I am so sorry. How are YOU doing?
What are her interests? Can you bring photos of the family, or something that's positive and makes her feel good? I always brought cards as well. It's something a patient can look at and be reminded of how much he or she is loved and valued by the family. I also encouraged friends and family to visit and/or send cards. That meant a lot.
And, perhaps most importantly, are there musical activities, guest musicians, or other activities she can attend so she isn't as isolated? My mother always perked up when I took her to a musical activity or brought my music, took her to the music room, and played for her. My father looked forward to his musical entertainment as well.
If there are no concerts, do you have a CD player or something to bring so she can listen to music? At Dad's last placement, the facility had a wall mounted tv with a music channel. One of the pastors found the channel and we left it on all day and night. The music was so soft it even soothed me.
I am close enough and although the facility is back on lockdown they are allowing me in due to her situation. She presently has to stay in bed but in time they hope to transition her to an appropriate wheelchair. She also has a good lounge chair we purchased. She also right now is on oxygen but an Xray yesterday was clear. The machine makes alot of noise but hopefully it won't be there many days.
Thank you all for your cares. I have been pretty sad this past week but working to get back to my routine and purchasing what we did for her and bringing it to her will help. I don't think she can participate in activities from a bed but the therapy she now qualifies for her will hopefully help.
Sending prayers for a quick recovery for your mom and here's a big HUG for you that you can get some rest and relaxation for yourself.
Continued prayers for a speedy recovery.
Sending prayers
My mother has not said she has had it with life. So far no matter what happens she soldiers on. Just have to take it a day at a time.
Keep on top of the pain medication; I think being pain-free is so conducive to healing! ((((Hugs))))).