lisaann1170
Distinguished member
- Joined
- Jun 9, 2009
- Messages
- 106
- Reason
- Loved one DX
- Country
- US
- State
- WI
- City
- Milwaukee
Dad had a feeding tube placed yesterday and is still in the hospital. I have some concerns about nurses, doctors, etc who are unfamiliar with ALS.
I've read that oxygen can be problematic and can create dependency. Is no level of oxygen acceptable?
What about morphine?
I've been quite vocal about my concerns with the medical staff, so I'm comfortable with events so far but I want to stay educated!
For the record, Dad's FVC 3 months ago was 100%. Today his test was inconclusive (too much coughing) but showed a "significant decrease." He's trying the bi-pap tonight.
I've read that oxygen can be problematic and can create dependency. Is no level of oxygen acceptable?
What about morphine?
I've been quite vocal about my concerns with the medical staff, so I'm comfortable with events so far but I want to stay educated!
For the record, Dad's FVC 3 months ago was 100%. Today his test was inconclusive (too much coughing) but showed a "significant decrease." He's trying the bi-pap tonight.