When I arrived at the hospital this morning before 10:00, I found Lou still connected to all of the IV's and monitors; however, he was sitting in the chair. He looked tired and said he was tired. I told him patients don't usually sleep well the first night but would probably sleep better tonight.
He did have a lot of company this morning and again this afternoon. His nephew came from Harrisburg and stayed with him, while I took a respite and had lunch with my attorney friend that had flown in from Louisiana. Lou and I had planned on spending the afternoon and evening with her on Sunday, but God had other plans. Lou and his nephew have a lot in common and they both enjoyed their chat. It worked out well, as Preston and Susie had driven up from Tyrone this morning, and they had lunch with John at Preston's favorite restaurant in Wellsboro.
Dr. Nespola came in late this evening and sat down with Lou and I again. He saves us for last and that way we get to have a chat also. The ultrasound did not show any reason for the infection, which is a good thing. The reason for the UTI has not been determined. Dr. N did have some good news for us, Lou's heart is alright, no damage there from the Sepsis; therefore, they are going to remove the telemetry and he is voiding lots of urine and his potassium and calcium levels have increased, so they are going to pull the IV's.
When Lou asked Dr. N when he could go home, Dr. N gave him his favorite grin and stated a couple more days and Lou seemed to accept that answer.
I am planning on going to the hospital early tomorrow, as Dr.N is off on Wednesdays and he will make his rounds early and I will again stay until 10:00 or so.
Please continue to keep him in your prayers and thanks to all of you for your notes of encouragement and the outpouring of love.
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