So, Richard the nurse came over to do get my IV in place. I have to admit I was dreading being stuck more. So, when he started I said a prayer for him. Then I felt the stick of the needle, and then it felt like he took the needle out. I looked down fully anticipating seeing him holding gauze over my hand and looking for another vein. Instead he had the IV already in place, threaded and everything! I was so thankful! It was the least painful IV I have ever had!
Once they got the IV in place, it was about another 30-45 minutes before they took me back to the procedure room. They gave me "conscience sedation" or "moderate sedation." I remember talking to them for a while after they gave me the first dose, and then they gave me a second dose. I then remember asking him if he just cut my skin, he said yes and then asked them to give me a 3rd dose. Needless-to-say, I don't remember anything until a couple of hours later.
The port is in place. I had been told that the scar would be low enough on my chest that no one would be able to see it. What do you think?
I suspect, everyone is going to be able to see it ... unless I wear a turtleneck all the time.
PS I can't take the bandages off till Monday.
2 comments:
They totally lied to you. Get your money back.
Ally
Anna had your blog up and had to comment:
Yup, too high and tight. I usually put them about inch down and 1.5 inches over, but sometimes people complain of problems with the pectoral muscles out there. If they do a good closure going in and taking it out it may not be that noticeable. Either way it becomes a sort of badge of honor.
Dell
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