We got out for a few hours late this afternoon. His platelets were 150, hemoglobin 107 and ANC 1137. We are generally permitted to go out on daypass if Malcolm is feeling well and his ANC is over 500 so we hope that we have at least one more day of partial freedom.
Malcolm had a good day. After his nap he had his dressing changed, which went well - no tears! In previous rounds, Malcolm needed to be hooked up to fluids at lunch and naptime to ensure he got his full requirement every day (750 mL). However, his drinking has improved to the point where we are trying not to have to hook him up and trying to get him to ingest the full amount (of milk from his cup with a straw). Today we were able to do so and hopefully this continues as Malcolm really dislikes being hooked up, even for a short time.
Malcolm was showing off his walking skills for the nurses this morning as he tottered unassisted up and and down the halls. He is very delighted with himself, which brings a smile to most who see him.
Mary Ellen
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