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A Very Scary Day 8/31/11 4:25 AM
I had wanted to wait to give an update on Ron til after he sees his Dr. But today I was reminded again of just how fragile and compromised he still is. Because he still needs lots of prayer, I decided I better turn to my King friends who have prayed him through everything else so far. So heres an early update; Rons blood pressure dropped dangerously low this morning (72/40) and he was running a temp of 101. He was completely incoherent and I came as close to panic as I've ever been. When I called his Dr. he said to get him to TMC immediately.So I called 911 and the medics were here within minutes. After taking his vitals and evaluating him they said they were taking him to St. Joseph's Hospital. I told them the Dr. wanted him at Tucson Medical Center but they said he may not make it to Tmc and they were getting him to the closest hospital possible.I don't even remember the drive there. I was so afraid. I pretty much lost all track of time, but at some point during the day, they(the ER Drs and nurses) got Ron stabalized (Praise God!) Then came an agonizing decision. The ER Doc came in and told me that Ron's surgeon wanted him transported to TMC and admitted to ICU Observation. Ron and I had talked last week (during one of his coherent days) and he made it very clear then that he did not want to go back to the hospital again for any reason except possibly as an outpatient for certain procedures. He also made his mom promise that she would not allow them to take him back to the hospital. So we really made the only decision we could make and still honor Ron's wishes We refused to allow them to do the transfer. He was brought back home around 10:00 tonight and has been sleeping comfortably for a couple of hours.
We have not given up by any means. We just believe that if it's God's will for Ron to live, Ron will live, regardless of whether he's in the hospital or at home. I believe he is getting better care here than he did at the hospital. His home health nurse is wonderful. I am so thankful for her.
So thats it for now. We continue to pray constantly for Ron and ask that you all please do the same. I am very thankful that I have so many wonderful friends here at King. Friends who are Prayer Warriors like I have never know before. I appreciate tat more than you could ever know. I love you all so much, Kathleen
We have not given up by any means. We just believe that if it's God's will for Ron to live, Ron will live, regardless of whether he's in the hospital or at home. I believe he is getting better care here than he did at the hospital. His home health nurse is wonderful. I am so thankful for her.
So thats it for now. We continue to pray constantly for Ron and ask that you all please do the same. I am very thankful that I have so many wonderful friends here at King. Friends who are Prayer Warriors like I have never know before. I appreciate tat more than you could ever know. I love you all so much, Kathleen
I am thinking of you both -God bless -love Fran xx
Kathy, Just a note to let you know I am with you with positive thoughts and good energy in my heart for you and Ron. With love--Rita
dear Kathleen...I'll keep you both in my thoughts and prayers, ...god bless xx
A decision I am not so sure I would be strong enough to make but one you are supported in.From the day we met, you and Ron have been in my prayers. It is difficult for me to put into words the respect I have for you both. Hold him tight ღ♥
KATHLEEN I'M SO HAPPY THAT YOU RESPECTED RON'S WISHES NOT TO GO BACK INTO THE HOSP. I KNOW IT'S HARD BUT GOD IS WITH BOTH OF YOU! I WILL KEEP YOU BOTH IN MY PRAYERS HUGSSSS PAMMIE
ooo my dear sweet kathleen and ron.how a difficult choice.but yes i understand it.wish you all the strength you need so hard. and give you all my love big hugs and xxxxxx