The results of Francesca's blood cultures have shown that she does in fact have a line infection. The good news is that this can be treated by IV antibiotics just once a day and we will by tomorrow be able to manage that so that we can be at home which is great news.
This morning Fran needed to have a blood transfusion which takes about four hours. We are lucky to have such brilliant play specialists as instead of getting bored Francesca sat with Sharon and madeplaster, perspex painting, normal painting, sticking, stars, flowers, decorated biscuits etc.. In fact at one point a registrar came in and commented that Francesca is a future Blue Peter presenter in the making!
Yesterday when Francesca was having her central line accessed (not a very nice procedure) she shouted at the nurse "STOP", we assumed she was in pain and when I asked her what was wrong she replied "I've got a wedgie!!" So you see, her sense of humour is still paramount.
Another added bonus is that Francesca's most favourite nurse has been on duty today - Fran loves Amanda, who is shown in the picture above. Below are pictures of Angela, Fran's nurse for today, administering her antibiotics and Sharon, another of the great play specialists.
Yesterday when Francesca was having her central line accessed (not a very nice procedure) she shouted at the nurse "STOP", we assumed she was in pain and when I asked her what was wrong she replied "I've got a wedgie!!" So you see, her sense of humour is still paramount.
Another added bonus is that Francesca's most favourite nurse has been on duty today - Fran loves Amanda, who is shown in the picture above. Below are pictures of Angela, Fran's nurse for today, administering her antibiotics and Sharon, another of the great play specialists.
Without being a bore, I just want to remind any readers that giving blood really does save lives and make a difference. Please do go for it if you don't already. Thank you. x
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