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Thrashing In His Sleep

Caregivers: Dementia | Last Active: Nov 4, 2022 | Replies (12)

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@janet7

Your children don’t want to see the reality of his condition, possibly in denial, because they aren’t ready to accept his poor health.
So sad that He is in such terrible shape! I’m sorry he has so many health problems and a bad attitude - that makes everything worse! Maybe next time he needs to go to the ER, call an 911 instead and then he will be in the hospital and will be tested for his ailments and may be entered for observation or whatever. You can ask for tests from your doctors whenever you feel it is necessary. You see what others cannot see, you are his eyes for him. I believe he should be in the hospital. You and Robin must be a nervous wreck with all of this going on. I pray you both are taking care of yourselves and finding some comfort.

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They did place him in the hospital from Friday night (we were hours upon hours at the ER Mayo). He was released late Sunday afternoon. Blew up at Robin and then me. The nurse was shocked as he had been so charming to the staff.
Today he did agree to doing a few balance exercises (5 minutes) and going for a short walk. Progress. Nurse stopped by and took his vitals, which were good. BP 120/60 (taking med to bring it up from serious low values - 72/38 at one point before med.
He even ate breakfast and lunch. His bones stick out.
Daughter and son-in-law coming to visit this weekend. They are more accepting as to the changes and problems.