Postop Day 7 – HOME!!!

Zayne was sprung from the hospital just 7 days after receiving a new heart. She was ready to go home on Saturday, but the docs were trying to regulate her anti-rejections meds. Her meds will continue to be adjusted over the next few months.  I spent most of the day in training – how to care for Zayne, chest incision care, and med training. As I have learned in during this hospitalization, you have to remain vigilant. I discovered an error in the medication chart that was given to me as my “guide” for administering the correct dosages to Zayne.  We have two home days before we have an early appointment at the hospital on Thursday for a blood draw.

Zayne’s appetite is definitely on the rise.  She is still a picky eater, but I hope she can expand her diet a little at a time.  For her home dinner, Zayne requested Salsa Nakes (cheese quesadilla that are cut into snake like strips).  She ate more than I have ever seen her eat.

With her increased energy is increased obstinance and stubbornness, i.e., she doesn’t listen any more.  What’s up with that?