Mason's night went fairly smoothly. I, feel, however, that based on my very little sleep, it is necessary to offer a few suggestions on how they can make an overnight experience better for a 6 year old (and his mommy):
After the hours of 8 pm, the IV fluid line should have a "silent" notification if there is an air bubble in the line, rather than beeps that go off every single second until the nurse makes it into the room to silence it, which I've counted...takes at least 15 seconds. Enough to wake us both up.
After the hours of 8 pm, thermometers that can do a gentle reading with a swipe across the forehead should be used rather than one that requires jamming it into his armpit and getting an incredibly dirty look shot at you.
I understand that it is necessary to leave at least one light on so that the nurses can see from outside the room. What is not as necessary though, is having an exit door that clicks loudly every time someone has to leave the PICU to pee, and then again to re-enter.
I think that blood draws at 5 am are ridiculous. Is 6 am or even 7 am completely out of the question?
I don't work in this industry, and I'm sure there are reasons for all of this, but I'm tired and I feel like complaining.
Mason still has a smile on his face. He's watching cartoons. I wish I had his morning attitude!
Thanks for listening. :)
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