Steven Posted February 19, 2005 Report Share Posted February 19, 2005 Just talked to my mother and my grandfather is in bad, bad shape. Here's the story. Tuesday he went in for minor hip surgery. That went fine, but the pain medicine they gave him caused a bad alergic reaction. After 'sleeping' for 7 hours, my aunt Marie realized something was wrong, and finally, she got a nurse to look at him and they determined he was in a coma. They couldn't contact his doctor, so they called in an ER doctor who gave him something which immediately brought him back to conciousness. Since then, he's been paranoid and delusional. He thinks that he is wanted for the Atlanta child murders from the early 80s; he thinks the wall paper border on the walls is bugged and receiving all his e-mails; he thinks his 4 daughters and 1 son are at the hospital to kill him and are in cahoots with the doctors and nurses to have him arrested and make him dig ditches all day. You have to understand this man, he is a retired engineer with 4 degrees from Georgia Tech, and he has never exhibited any signs of alzheimers at all. He's brilliant. I just talked to him last Sunday and he gave me very detailed advice on which mutual funds to put my 401k in. Sharp as a tack. They finally did some tests and determined that he has too much creatine in his urine, which is diminishing his kidney functions so he can't get the medicine out of his system. My uncle flew in from Kansas last night with nothing but the clothes on his back and he really kicked the medical staff into gear. He walked in and, as my mom said, "heads rolled". He started barking out orders and once it was established that he has as much, if not more, medical training as the nurses (he has paramedic training), things started happening. So, between him and my mom, who are both experienced in the medical field, they had to do something. My mom witheld all this from me until I got back into town today since she didn't want my attention anywhere but on the road, which I understand. I know all this info wasn't really necessary, but I had to let it out somewhere. My mom has always depended on me to be her rock, so I had to keep it in when I talke dto her, so I hope you don't mind me letting it out here. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
horst Posted February 19, 2005 Report Share Posted February 19, 2005 Re: Need some prayers Sorry to hear that Racksie, hope they get him all straightened around Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
archerjg Posted February 19, 2005 Report Share Posted February 19, 2005 Re: Need some prayers You've got it. I hope that everything turns out fine. My prayers are with your grandfather and your family. Archerjg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OJR Posted February 19, 2005 Report Share Posted February 19, 2005 Re: Need some prayers Sounds like things might start to get better. I sure hope so. You and your family are in my thoughts! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jjones Posted February 19, 2005 Report Share Posted February 19, 2005 Re: Need some prayers You have my families prayers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buckee Posted February 19, 2005 Report Share Posted February 19, 2005 Re: Need some prayers Your Grandfather and your family will be in our prayers. Hoping he gets better soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GWSmith Posted February 19, 2005 Report Share Posted February 19, 2005 Re: Need some prayers We dont mind at all buddy!!! You have our prayers for your family and the recovery of your grandfathers health!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Finn Posted February 19, 2005 Report Share Posted February 19, 2005 Re: Need some prayers Best wishes for a quick recovery for your Grandfather. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buckbuster11 Posted February 19, 2005 Report Share Posted February 19, 2005 Re: Need some prayers Sorry to hear that racksie. Best wishes out to the family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tominator Posted February 19, 2005 Report Share Posted February 19, 2005 Re: Need some prayers You got it bud. I hope things work out. It doesn't sound too bad though. I had a bad reaction to Percodan on my second chest surgery. I basically had a panic attack, and to be honest, I don't remember what I did or said, but I do remember trying to pull out my IV and giving the nurse some choice words. Anyway, I'm betting he'll be fine. Dump on us any time bud. You have my number too, don't you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James7xChamp3 Posted February 19, 2005 Report Share Posted February 19, 2005 Re: Need some prayers Prayers sent! Hopefully he will come out of it soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricfirefighter Posted February 19, 2005 Report Share Posted February 19, 2005 Re: Need some prayers prayers on the way Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hobie Posted February 19, 2005 Report Share Posted February 19, 2005 Re: Need some prayers Prayers on there way Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NS whitetail Posted February 19, 2005 Report Share Posted February 19, 2005 Re: Need some prayers wishing all the best for him Racksie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dodge4x4 Posted February 19, 2005 Report Share Posted February 19, 2005 Re: Need some prayers best wishees, and i hope he has a quick and good recovery Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitetailkiller Posted February 19, 2005 Report Share Posted February 19, 2005 Re: Need some prayers you and your's have my families prayers!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhino Posted February 19, 2005 Report Share Posted February 19, 2005 Re: Need some prayers Prayers on the way Racksie. Feel free to get anything off your chest, anytime. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevebeilgard Posted February 19, 2005 Report Share Posted February 19, 2005 Re: Need some prayers beat to all of you and your family. request accomplished. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkeygirl Posted February 19, 2005 Report Share Posted February 19, 2005 Re: Need some prayers Really sorry to hear about your grandfather Racksie. I'm glad that your Uncle came in to kick some butt though. I will be praying....It's good that you came on to vent buddy, holding it all in won't help at all. Good luck and keep us updated Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted February 21, 2005 Report Share Posted February 21, 2005 Re: Need some prayers Prayers on the way. Hope everything turns out ok, keep us posted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MUDRUNNER Posted February 21, 2005 Report Share Posted February 21, 2005 Re: Need some prayers You got it Racksie.Stay strong bud. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kidd Posted February 22, 2005 Report Share Posted February 22, 2005 Re: Need some prayers done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZooBear Posted February 22, 2005 Report Share Posted February 22, 2005 Re: Need some prayers The same thing happened to my Grandpa Racksie, it lasted about 10 days. Prayers are sent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RJJ Posted February 23, 2005 Report Share Posted February 23, 2005 Re: Need some prayers Racksie, sorry to hear about your grandfather. i hope everything works out for the best. your family will be in our prayers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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