Thank you,
@sistersinhim. I thought those late night races to the bathroom might be an issue. Another thing to add to the shopping list. I recently made a rather large purchase of pj's and lounging clothes to get me through the post-op time. Jeans won't cut it, I'm sure. They say you're not a proper Southern woman if you're not running a balance on your Belk's card. I'm certain Southern these days.
@SusieShoes, last night another test run of the new recliner chair in my bedroom. I managed to fall asleep in spite of one Maltese and one cat sleeping on me. A dilemma, how to retrain the critters to stay clear of the new knees.
@SpaceGirl, my husband arrived and I have yet to remove him from the box. A walking cane recommended by PT and my bed tray are here as well. I just completed my pre-op interview with a nurse at the hospital who said it is going to be rough with two knees but that they will take good care of me.
Apparently the er nurses love to place your iv in the elbow area but my thought to them will be a
. Apparently this will remain in my arm for the whole time I am there-5 or 6 days. I cannot imagine not bending my arm for that long but of course they look for the best vein.
Oh, dear, God. This is really happening. The hospital bed will be delivered tomorrow. All hospital pre-op requirements are met.
One follow up with my primary on Thursday, then my pre-op with the PA who assists the OS in surgery on Tuesday immediately followed by the joint class at the hospital. Twelve hours later surgical prep begins.
This is really happening.