Thanks, Gently. Hubby is able to sit upright or in recliner with legs up comfortably, as well as lie on his side in bed. Has trouble standing for more than a few minutes. Today, he's describing the tight abdomen/stomach pain as "stress". He's supposed to get up and walk around the room every hour or so, but he's not doing it as much as his surgeon recommended. Just wants to lie in his recliner, watch football and have me bring him juice, banana, cookie and Ensure Protein drink, instead of his usual breakfast of Shredded Wheat N Bran that he's been having for maybe a half century. Had a half bowl of chicken Fettucini last night. It's hard to find things that he feels like eating. Seems to be mostly soft foods.
Another follow-up with orthopedic surgeon in a couple of weeks. Hopefully, we'll get some answers and solutions. Best of luck to your friend, and thanks for sharing your suggestions!