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tests and NJH visit
Hi,
I am looking at my 5-day schedule at NJH, filled with tests. I guess they have to test and find out ...
Did you have the same expereince? Did you have to have a hi resolution CT and bronchoscopy, both? I am scared of the bronchoscopy. Last time I had it, I had to stay overnight at the hospital because my oxygen got low.
I wonder if they do consider the tests we have done at our local place. I had a bronchoscopy last July.
Just feel a little puzzled. I do see this is why they are doing a thorough job.
Your experience will be appreciated.
Ling
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I suggest bringing all your local test results with you when you go. If you don't want a bronchoscopy, tell them that. They're very good at teaching you how to cough up mucus if that's a problem for you.
@coffcoff , thank you for the suggetions.
Ling
If you have a bronchoscopy or any procedure with anesthesia at NJH you have to have someone staying with you who can monitor you overnight. I had to stay in a room at the children's hospital which was pleasant and very clean. Nurses were there but you did your own care. A doctor sees you and they administer your medication. I went directly from there to my early morning appointment the next day.
Roz
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1 Reaction@rozie83 Interesting information Roz about NJH having in place the availability to an NJH patient, from out of town who is alone in their visit for consultation and testing, a room at the children's hospital across the street from NJH. Another plus for NJH. My weeks visit went without any major problems and overall a seamless experience. This arrangement given to you again shows all NJH has in place having been doing this for the many years they have.
Barbara