More Tests Completed
Yup, we still know how to get up by five in the morning. The 3-D Cat scan was having us front and center by 7:20.
I had bloodwork first and then off to the heart wing in the clinic. The test involved being prepped with an IV that would have a contrast dye added during the Cat scan. The surgeon in Rochester had requested that my heart rate be reduced to 50, slowing it down for good readings as the flow of the contrast was followed.
I had taken a one-time strong dose of a blood pressure med this morning. When I got to the test the heart rate was 60. Two units of Nitroglycerin, I have no idea what represents a unit, were added to the IV. A bit later I was given a pill of the same med to put under my tongue and finally the scan could begin.
This 3-D Cat scan will allow the surgeon to know if there are any problems of blockage that would need to be dealt with during the heart surgery.
Ever so happy to have more taken care of that is needed for next week. We did motor on to the next medical facility for the Covid test. I should get the results in 24 hours.
I will be thrilled in time to come to have posts of a normal day on Stauffer Avenue. Patience is required. Dennis and I have done remarkable during these three months of a waiting period. Just think of the raucous we could and can cause when we have recovered from this surgery. Fair warning to my kids.