Check Me Out!

Tuesday was Sharp's bi-monthly review of patient progress. The goal of the meeting is to update family members on the patient's progress. The following issues were discussed:

First: Medical Doctor: Dr Jahan was pleased with Kathy's overall medical progress. She is doing great, except that pesky fever she is going through. He is recommending Kathy gets another MRI and CT scan to update Dr. Kureshi. Overall, Dr. Jahan thinks Kathy will improve over the next two to three weeks if she remains hospitalized.

Second: Occupation Rehabilitation: Robbie commented Kathy continues in a"total assist" mode and her sessions are inconsistant. Kathy performs only when she stands and does her exercises. Robbie was hoping for Kathy to make more progress after her spinal tap than she has.

Third: Physical Rehabilitation: Lori commented Kathy is hanging in there. She has progressed to the point of using a walker during rehabilitation. Her right leg is still unable to move normally and needs assistance. She is encouraged! Kathy needs to stay focused on exercise.

Forth: Speech Therapy: Lance can tell Kathy is more responsive after her spinal tap. Her core activity is improving and her speech is clearer. She can identify most objects and printed words. Kathy can construct sentences and initiate conversations. He feels overall, she has progressed well over the last week.

Fifth: Her Case Worker: Christine feels the insurance might allow Kathy to stay another week or two. The staff agrees with me on one thing, Kathy is progressing and two to three weeks of therapy would be very beneficial to her overall recovery. Fight the insurance company!

Go SHARP STAFF! YOU ARE THE BEST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!