Not a Good Day

Alison is really really confused today. She cannot find the right word and often just repeats what is said to her. Attention span is 30 seconds, not five minutes and she is in and out of sleep.

Unlike other days when I can calm her, she was anxious the whole time.  She is back to yelling during the day. She really does think that she can walk and that she is getting out today and going home.

I had a chance to talk with the "head nurse" who says she manages the floor.  She said that Alison has not stopped yelling for three weeks and that the meds have not yet made a difference.  As well, she reported that Alison cannot stand without two people and that trying to assist Alison is too painful for the staff .  I shared that I saw a marked difference this visit and questioned the side affects of seraquel.  Let's hope today's confused state is temporary.

Amy comes home and sees Alison tomorrow.  My fingers are crossed that Alison will be present for her.