One of life's little boo-boos

Things happen. On November 22 G took a tumble and the result was a mild concussion, a broken thumb, a sprained neck and numerous scrapes and bruises.

The symptoms of concussion were apparent and so I called 911. The local security was great and within minuted of placing my call the paramedics arrived. We discussed ER options, and they stated that G did show the signs of a concussion. So I was given two nearby hospitals which had the CAT scan equipment necessary to properly diagnose such an injury. I chose one and off they went. I followed about 10 minutes later after collecting Gs insurance card, ID, etc. in her purse.

At the hospital the vital signs were good. 

After CAT scan and xray, the diagnosis was a mild concussion, a strained neck, numerous bruises, several scrapes and a broken thumb. The thumb will require surgery. The type of break was described as requiring "open reduction" surgery, or the complete term is "open reduction and internal fixation. " A pin or pins must be used to get the bone back together.

The hospital didn't have a specialist on staff at the time; that's what happens when one is injured with a holiday approaching. We were given a specialist to contact the next day, but that specialist has scheduling issues, so we were referred. The surgeon confirmed the problem with the thumb and gave G a new splint after inspecting the hand.

After all of this, G and I went to a local restaurant for a cup of tea.

We're currently waiting for the actual surgery to occur. No word yet. but it should be soon. Delay a few days isn't a bad thing, as it allows the swelling to reduce.

On the other hand, G hasn't had any food or drink since midnight. The surgery could occur today. She's getting hungry.