People with chronic illness, especially when it causes diminished mental capacity, have a tendency to have problems with spatial references and timelines.
Example:
Mom has a modified barium swallow eval today at 11am. She asked when we are leaving. I told her 10:30 am. She said, "Make sure I'm up at 11." She didn't understand why I refused.
The test today should explain why she can't swallow, and we think the treatment would be simple and quick. Then she has another heparin treatment, then a visit to the pain clinic. Busy day today for her! Unfortunately, this stuff is all timed and the appointments have to be today. Tomorrow she can rest and Friday is just a heparin treatment.
I have to get ready, cut watermelon, pack mom food, change her bag, and get out of here. I'll be knitting like crazy today, hoping to get past the cowl portion and onto the pattern strips. Happy hump day!
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