Well....my sister is going on a feeding tube tomorrow....

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Posted: 3/15/2005 6:05:13 PM EDT

She is 8 years older than me and has been mentally handicapped since birth. She has been having seizures recently over the last week and has stopped eating.

So they are putting her on a feeding tube.

This should be VERY morally, emotionally, and mentally interesting.

That's all I got to say about that...............

SGatr15

Posted: 3/15/2005 6:10:45 PM EDT

[#1]

I am very sorry to hear that.

I just prayed for your sister and your family Sarge.

Eric E

Posted: 3/15/2005 6:10:46 PM EDT

[#2]

Damn, sorry to hear about that. As someone who has to help insert feeding tubes, it isn't fun. I hope like hell I never have to have one - if I do, I think I'd rather just die.

Posted: 3/15/2005 6:11:20 PM EDT

[#3]

I'm very sorry to hear that sarge

Posted: 3/15/2005 6:11:56 PM EDT

[#4]

I am sorry to here this.

Posted: 3/15/2005 6:12:16 PM EDT

[#5]

Horrible news to receive.

I hope your sister gets well, sgt. Remain strong and vigilant, keep faith, and you will all get through it.

Posted: 3/15/2005 6:12:42 PM EDT

[#6]

I wish you and your family the best Sarge. Keep your head up, she will need you.

Posted: 3/15/2005 6:12:50 PM EDT

[#7]

Sad news for anyone to hear. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

Posted: 3/15/2005 6:13:09 PM EDT

[#8]

Prayers sent

Hopefully this is just a temporary downturn, and she'll be feeling better soon!

Posted: 3/15/2005 6:13:25 PM EDT

[#9]

Sorry to hear it also. Hope things work out for the best.

Posted: 3/15/2005 6:15:05 PM EDT

[#10]

Bad news sorry.

Posted: 3/15/2005 6:15:31 PM EDT

[#11]

Sorry to hear it bro.

Nobody deserves that. I hope she is comfortable.

Posted: 3/15/2005 6:15:55 PM EDT

[#12]

If I prayed to a god, I would for you and your family.

But since I don't, you and yours have my best well wishes and hopes for a happy resolution to this current situation.

I am truly sorry to hear this.

Chris

Posted: 3/15/2005 6:17:21 PM EDT

[#13]

I'm sorry to hear the news Sarge. I'll send a few good prayers for your sister and yourself.

Posted: 3/15/2005 6:17:41 PM EDT

[#14]

Sorry to hear that. Will be praying for you and yours.

Posted: 3/15/2005 6:19:33 PM EDT

[#15]

Prayers inbound. I know you know He listens...

Posted: 3/15/2005 6:21:02 PM EDT

[#16]

Prayers inbound, for her and for your family

Posted: 3/15/2005 6:22:00 PM EDT

[#17]

Sarge is human?

Posted: 3/15/2005 6:23:25 PM EDT

[#18]

Prayers sent Sarge...

Posted: 3/15/2005 6:24:59 PM EDT

[#19]

I'm so sorry Sarge. Your family will be my prayers.

Posted: 3/15/2005 6:27:03 PM EDT

[#20]

Sorry to hear this Sarge

Will pray for her.

Posted: 3/15/2005 7:09:29 PM EDT

[#21]

I am really sorry to hear that.
Always make you question why these types of things happen to people.
I hope the situation improves quickly.

Posted: 3/15/2005 7:13:59 PM EDT

[#22]

Damn sorry to hear that..... Prayers inbound for your sister.

Posted: 3/15/2005 7:15:34 PM EDT

[#23]

Sorry to hear about your sister sarge

Posted: 3/15/2005 7:25:41 PM EDT

[#24]

Sorry to hear that. I know how you feel. My oldest son, had 2 seizures when he was younger, and one last year that prevented him from driving a car. My son has been on med for the past few months, and hopfully in a few more months Cal DMV will allow him to get his driving permit.

Posted: 3/15/2005 7:30:07 PM EDT

[#25]

My prayers are with you and your family.

Posted: 3/15/2005 7:35:04 PM EDT

[#26]

Quoted:
I am very sorry to hear that.

I just prayed for your sister and your family Sarge.

Eric E

+1 thank you for sharing Sgtar15. You'll be in my prayers. Patty

Posted: 3/15/2005 7:38:35 PM EDT

[#27]

My thoughts and prayers are with your sister, you and the family and hope that whatever the outcome Gods grace be with her.

Posted: 3/15/2005 7:40:03 PM EDT

[#28]

sorry to hear sarge.....we'll be praying for you.

Posted: 3/15/2005 7:40:33 PM EDT

[#29]

Sorry to hear that.

Do you take care of her or is she institutionalized? The reason I ask is that you have to monitor the feeding carefully- most institutions don't seem to. If/when the pateint gets "full" you have to stop. I have seen too many cases where someone forgot to stop the pump or the patinet's stomach was full and they end up aspirating the formula. Aspiration pnuemonia is very difficult to correct, especially when it's caused by a very pasty formula. Constipation is a big concern with the formula too. If you're doing the care giving, her physician/nurse/whoever should advise you of possible complications and how to deal with them. Good luck.

Posted: 3/15/2005 7:48:26 PM EDT

[#30]

Good luck to you and yours Sarge.. Things will get better.

Posted: 3/15/2005 7:54:50 PM EDT

[#31]

Quoted:
Damn, sorry to hear about that. As someone who has to help insert feeding tubes, it isn't fun. I hope like hell I never have to have one - if I do, I think I'd rather just die.

When I turned 39, I filled out my own DNR(Do Not Resuscitate) orders and a feeding tube was specifically mentioned that the only instance I was to get one was if I only had a facial injury and could not eat for a period of time. The staff is to check the residual at specific times and turn off the pump if there is too much being retained in the stomach. There should be a written protocol on this at the facility. I'd suggest getting a copy and, then, verify on her chart that it is being done. Aspiration pneumonia is not easily treated and has serious life threatening complications.

My suggestions is that you check the newer research out on the subject, pray, and talk with your priest. My prayers are with you in this difficult time.

Keep the faith,

wganz
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Posted: 3/15/2005 7:57:44 PM EDT

[#32]

That sucks.

Too much bad news these days.

Posted: 3/15/2005 8:06:05 PM EDT

[#33]

Quoted:
I am really sorry to hear that.
Always make you question why these types of things happen to people.
I hope the situation improves quickly.

Well actually Leisure, I doubt it will improve. This is probably the end. Mentally is he is about maybe a 7 year old., and at the age of 48 she lived far longer than anyone expected.

And she enjoyed her time here I am sure.

Think about it...48 years without worrying about politics, laws, communism, safe sex and so on and so on.

Makes you wonder huh?

Sgatr15

Posted: 3/15/2005 8:06:26 PM EDT

[#34]

Prayers sent.

Posted: 3/15/2005 8:09:47 PM EDT

[#35]

My nurse friend is out of town, but he has told me before to not do it. Once the tube is in, the hospital is on a money train and you will have to have the Pope intercede to get it removed. It is not a pretty truth about our health system, and they have you in emotional blackmail right now. You don't think that you have any time to think about it, but it may be the best thing for your sister and family to stall until you consult a lawyer and dictate the terms to the hospital.

Best wishes in this tough time.

Posted: 3/15/2005 8:22:02 PM EDT

[#36]

Quoted:
Quoted:
I am really sorry to hear that.
Always make you question why these types of things happen to people.
I hope the situation improves quickly.

Well actually Leisure, I doubt it will improve. This is probably the end. Mentally is he is about maybe a 7 year old., and at the age of 48 she lived far longer than anyone expected.

And she enjoyed her time here I am sure.

Think about it...48 years without worrying about politics, laws, communism, safe sex and so on and so on.

Makes you wonder huh?

Sgatr15

I'm sorry to hear she's having such a rough time of it, Sgar15. Are you able to visit much?

No matter what the circumstances, it is so painful to see a family member or other person close to you go through such difficult times. Prayers inbound and we'll keep hoping for the best. Sometimes all you can do is keep loving...

Jim

Posted: 3/15/2005 8:33:33 PM EDT

[#37]

Sorry to hear about your sister, sarge.

Posted: 3/15/2005 8:34:51 PM EDT

[#38]

Sorry to hear about that. The only people that I have personally known that have had a feeding tube put in, have dealt with it, for the short time that they had to. It wasn't easy for them, but they knew that, for the time being, it was something that had to be done.

Posted: 3/15/2005 8:35:39 PM EDT

[#39]

That is really tough....

Posted: 3/15/2005 8:38:28 PM EDT

[#40]

Sorry to hear...........

Posted: 3/15/2005 8:41:48 PM EDT

[#41]

Sucks to hear it. I'll add you and your family to my prayer list.

Posted: 3/15/2005 8:46:05 PM EDT

[#42]

Sorry to hear of this Sarge.

Posted: 3/15/2005 10:09:47 PM EDT

[#43]

Prayers Inbound

Posted: 3/15/2005 10:11:27 PM EDT

[#44]

Praying for you. Stay strong.

Posted: 3/15/2005 10:17:44 PM EDT

[#45]

I am glad your sister exceeded her expected time and you got to watch her grow and so sorry to hear of this trying time your family is experiencing.

Sarge, stay as strong as you can and remember, you are human. Emotions are real.

I really feel for your sister.... I really do.