Thursday, December 17, 2009

House divided

Logan's fever spiked at home, so we are sleeping at Wesley tonight. I (dad) took him in while Mom and Amanda slept at home. His fever hit 103.0 after admission, so we are officially experiencing neutropenic fever. There are not really any symptoms other than the types of things that a little boy feels when he is running a fever. We are on the standard protocol of antibiotics and Tylenol. His fever seems to be under control, which is a good sign. We will find out more details as test results come back tomorrow.
I called Wesley prior to our departure from home to make sure that a room was available, and we were welcomed with a well-furnished room upon arrival. We had a cot with bedding, extra pillows, and an extra chair for visitors. They even had masks/gloves/sanitary wipes on the door, so we were settled quickly. Apparently, the nursing staff had a feeling that I would be with Logan upon arrival and really put forth an effort to make us both comfortable. Admission was also a breeze, so I assume they could tell that I was in no mood to confirm that we had not moved/changed insurance/employers/phone numbers/gotten married in the 24-hours since our last visit. Yup, I am pretty sure that I am one of "those" dads that the hospital staff curses about behind closed doors. Heck, I might even be "THAT" dad.

4 comments:

  1. No Eric, I think that they put out the extra effort because you have become like a member of their family. Let me know if I need to come down. I am officially on winter break and I passed Algebra thanks to you. You are a wonderful tutor. Love to all Mom

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  2. I'm sure they rather you be "THAT" dad who won't leave your sons bedside, than the one whom they only see when they drop off their sick child, then come back in a week to pick them up when they're dismissed. What a great family you have!

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  3. You're so sweet...I think they were just going the extra mile for you and your family, knowing all you've been through. It's probably nice for them to see a dad that is so caring!!!

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