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[paulie]

Hi This may be long.   I am learning from Paulie 

Oh my gosh LB! You stinker!! You did good. I taught you well!!  LOL ... literally!

I'm going to read your post now then post afterwards. "I will be back." .... as Arnold would say. 

Okay. I'm back. Whew my laptop shut down and I had to sign in.

Good for you for getting your meds. Oxy will definitely help. About your question on how many to take. I suggest you ask your Dr and nurses(s) assisting you after surgery while still in the hospital. I would think it depends on your pain level and go from there.
If taking 2 then reduce to 1 as the pain levels off all the while being sure to keep your knee moving with the exercises recommended.
Also I'm thinking Puff can give yo more guidance since she's been through this.
But definitely ask while you're still in the hospital and the PT person too when they come to your home.

Very good that you are emailing your surgeon to ask additional questions you have. You need peace of mind going forward.

Very good news about your cousin's husband hopefully knowing people in your county who can assist you. Also very good you are covered by insurance.

God bless your father. Of course he's worried and wants the best 'after care' for you. Thank you for answering my questions.
Ahhh boy I wonder what your father thought after you told him you had asked your sister and she said no. You don't have to reply to that. Good too your brother is planning to stop by. I am very sure your father is going to make sure you will be okay once you're home.
He loves you very much.

Excellent to surgeon explaining what to expect the day of surgery .. the time and afterwards.
Also excellent is a social worker will speak to you about your living arrangements etc. Your safety comes first!! Thumbs up!!
Thank you also for the all caps  .. I appreciate that  .. you will not be released if they feel you can't do this on your own. Good Good Good. Also good and makes sense asking you about what kind of shower you have to get in and out of.

You are most definitely strong and strong willed!! I am very proud of you. I told you years ago you are like one of my kids. 

Good about your work schedule.

Oh my gosh you have a crush on your PT guy. That's okay. Whatever gets and keeps your adrenaline going. LOL He sounds excellent at his profession.

Let us know after your Echo that you have definite clearance. You have come a long way kiddo!!
You have a lot of friends here pulling for you and wanting the best for you.

Yepper your post was long enough and you explained everything great! You have definitely put my mind at peace about you returning home.

Quotes: All three are good.

Oh my gosh this is long!!!  Now it's your turn! LOL

 

[camperstig]

My 2 cents... Start with 2 pills. After a few days, see if you can go longer without them, but still keep up the exercises. As soon as possible tho, switch to a different pain med. Oxi can cause constipation. Sorry TMI. At the very least, drinks lots of water. I know that will be tough, because you will have to get up more, but moving is good. Take care.

[paulie]

Hi Tig, Very good advice. Not TMI. lol It's true. I hope all's good with you and Camper.

[paulie]

Good night all.  Wishing you each SED.

[Phyl]

"Good Evening'  Everyone !

 


LB your plan, it all sounds good. So glad you chatted with your dad & your brother will also help. Inspirations are good.

Paulie no clothes washer isn't resolved. There's a leak some where. Service plan expired and no offer to renew. No idea what that sort of issue
would amount to in cost.

Hi jicaji

[Puff]

Not a warm and cozy picture from NN this a.m.  Poor baby.

P

[LBLNJ0668]

Good morning, I slept in a bt but after copper woke me up at 300 to go out.  I have an appointment with my nutritionist in a bit then I am getting my car inspected.  I am cleaning the throw rug in living room copper threw up I was going to do anyway befre surgery so will do it now  LOL  one less thing to do .   My brother siad he possibly will stop by today but I wont count on it thats why still doing my inspection cause knowing him he wont come. he may step up when needed but he is still unreliable LOL I learnt the hard way several times.  so not rearranging my plans for him  hee hee. UPDATE all I drink is water I have a 32 iz water bottle I fill with ice and bottle of water , I fill it up again .  I knw I need to drink more but I drink 2 for know water shouldnt be problem

[paulie]

Good Morning,

Phyl, Darn it to clothes washer. As jicaji would say ... It's always something.

Hi Puff

LB, Oh geez to Copper. Like you said you were going to wash rug any way. You've definitely got your 'to do' list moving along.
That's right today's car inspection day. Good luck for sure. Understandable why you're not changing your plans.

Quote 2. Love hugs.


My 16 yr granddaughter asked if she and I can have lunch together today. She's a junior. The junior's and senior's at her high school can leave campus for lunch if their grades are at a high enough level. Hers are so off to an early lunch with her. 

Temp today to be 78 so I'm planning to power wash the fountain then put away till next Spring. I'm also hoping to plant two perennial flowering plants into the garden that have been sitting in pots since last Spring. Geez. lol  Deep pots so will require a tall shovel. We shall see.

[Phyl]

Good Morning Everyone...Happy' Vintage'  Thursday !   



Currently 57F  clear  High  78F    mostly sunny,  Low 57 F  clear.


LB   poor {Copper} could be way he woke you early     all the best w/ auto inspect; sometimes it's best to do it yourself--hoping he shows later on anyway

Paulie  sounds like a fun lunch; you're a credit spending so much time w/grandchildren; old towels So I have the washer  leak under-control for present.

Hi jicaji

HAGD

[LBLNJ0668]

I am home car past insspectgion it went fasgt too.  Rug id dryer 3rd time around washing sheets. So I lifter everything loose off  floor and will vacuum and mop before putting rug back down.  Ok I got my answers to my questions.   pt and nurse not coming too much or for long. I'll get more info on home nurse aide for a couple of hours through soical worker.  I believe my insurance coves up to 30 or 60 days. I dont nee anyone to sleep over 


  "2-3 TIMES PER WEEK FOR EACH Physical Therapy and Nursing. THEY WILL PROBABLY NOT STAY FOR VERY LONG. 30 MIN OR UNDER. NURSES WILL CHANGE HER DRESSING AND INSPECT HER LEG TO BE SURE SHE DOES NOT HAVE INFECTION OR BLOOD CLOTS"
 

"Hibiclens- wash everything from the neck down 2 days prior to surgery, then shower once more the day of surgery using this wash. This is 3 times total. So, she will do it Sunday, Monday, Tuesday"

[paulie]

Phyl, Yes it was a really pleasant lunch together. Thank you for your kind words about my grandchildren.

LB, Good news about car inspection. Good to rug and you got a lot of cleaning done today. Good for getting your questions answered and getting your PT info.

My heavens you're going to be squeaky clean and germ free!!

[paulie]

Good Morning,

Phyl, Good news that you have the washer leak under control for now with old towels.

LB, Maybe you're still doing things around your house today.


We're heading to cabin. Will check in here if I can with wonky internet reception there.

[LBLNJ0668]

Good morning   Today is dusting day  hee heee my favorite. NOT. Too much clutter!!!!I think I may clean coppers beds at some point this weekend and blankets.   ON the bright side. I jsut read on FB on of my FB friends through the DE just had knee replacement surgery 4 days ago and she is bored!!!!!  Sounds like she is doing well and she went home the day after.  Encouragement news there. 

Paulie sounds like you have such a close tight fit family You are so lucky!!!

[LBLNJ0668]

Good morning   I dont know what day of the week it is anymore  I keep  thinkig it's SUnday

[LBLNJ0668]

Duh I messed up my inspirations today repeated and deled themm on wrong post here are new ones LOL