pulmonary embolism confirmed...remains in ICU

It's 7 a.m. on Friday, June 13. A pulmonary embolism was confirmed by the CT scan. I've just spoken with his nurse and he pulled all IVs and other lines out last night. Confusion and dementia kicked in full force. Carolyn has been allowed to stay with my dad for a couple of hours this morning to calm him.

I am wiped out this morning as well as dealing with nausea. In addition, I apparently clenched my teeth rather tightly and my right jaw is killing me this morning.

When the docs make rounds in ICU, the nurse has suggested a more permanent IV line be placed in his upper arm. They will call me for permission and I can sign the forms later in the day. I'm hoping to lie back down for a couple of hours. Later. . .