This morning, Caroline informed us right before we entered Haven 3 (literally, I had my hand on the door knob) that we would each be leading a feeding session. Way to spring it on us! But it was totally fine. I went first and just "led" the group through all the activities (Beckmann exercises, tummy time, sitting practice, and feeding with language stim mixed all in). I felt really good about it and I realized I've learned a whole lot from Caroline! When we moved to Haven 1, Caroline let Lacey do the group while she checked Alfred out. Alfred has been at the Haven about a week and he is one month old. For the past few days, we've seen him have nasal regurgitation a few times. That's because he has poor velopharyngeal closure and the liquid was going up and out his nose instead of down his esophagus. Caroline quickly discovered that Alfred was in respiratory distress and he was taken to the clinic. It ended up being a very hectic situation for B Weave, Caroline, and the aunties. We found out later this afternoon that they are pretty sure Alfred has aspiration pneumonia. We are all praying he will get better!
This afternoon we stayed home. The first half of the afternoon we were able to rest and work on a few things. Then.... Caroline gave us an excellent little crash course in pediatric dysphagia! So now, we know everything there is to know about it... just kidding! But seriously, Caroline did an excellent job. Tonight we are going over to the Hamby house to watch the No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency. It's been a good day!
Rach
Things I learned in Africa....
14 years ago
Aw fun! Well I'm glad yall are getting to know some stuff about swallowing bc we are going to need that in the fall! I bet you really had to pull your clinician skills out quick when they put you on the spot! So proud of you girls! How was the birthday party??
ReplyDeleteThat is great ya'll are learning so much and being able to apply what you have learned in the Haven day after day!! I know all of you did a really great job today!! I'm so proud of each of you!!
ReplyDeleteIt is so great that you all are learning so much. Glad you guys learned a lot in the crash course. It sounds like she is really doing a good job working with you guys. Alfred will definitely be in my prayers. I hope he gets better very quickly. Enjoy the Ladies Detective Agency. You'll have to tell us how it was!
ReplyDeleteSorry it was sprung on you but guess that will happen when we're working to so it's good practice. Hope Alfred has a speedy recovery. And glad yall are getting a break for a little while. Have a good day.
ReplyDeleteYou will have to share all your info. with us when you get back. I hope that Alfred gets better and that they are able to help him. Glad that all of you are adding to your clinical skills!
ReplyDeleteI'm jealous you all got to learn about the pediatric dysphagia. I'm anxious to learn about that area of our discipline. Sounds like you all did have a good day.
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