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Last week was training week for Ah ma, Niely, Da Gou (my Aunt) and I at SGH. My grandma has kidney failure and after 3 years of dialysis and its different complications, we finally get to surgically change the dialysis method to CAPD as known as Water Dialysis to most people. Eventhough I didn't manage to go for all 5 days of training, it was enjoyable while it lasted. Other patients and their familes were also there to learn. I had so much fun and laughter even when the nurse was nagging alot. :) hehe.
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| Day 1 - Waiting for training to begin |
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| Day 3 - Time for Lunch! |
The tube from the body which connects the Ultra Bags is usually stored/kept with tape and cotton pads. There is also another way of keeping the tubes, which is in custom made waist pouches as shown below.
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Top: The Nurse's sample
Bottom: My piece for Ah Ma. |
After making one for my grandma, I had orders coming in from the other patients that where there. It was quite an experience doing the pouch for them. I have a sense of satisfaction, like I've done something good. :)
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| Midnight sewing :) |
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Orders from patients I met at the training center.
Some like their velcro at the front as seen on the top most pouch |
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| To insert tubings and hold Transfer Set |
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| Velcro for maximum comfort even throughout the night |
Below is an image of how the tubings look like.
I am just really happy that I am involve in this whole process of dialysis for my Ah Ma. I always wonder how else can I show my love and affection to her especially since I am a very socially awkward person, expressing my love and care is generally very awkward and difficult for me. Yay me, now I am responsible when Niely isn't around :) I am not complaining. Anything for Grams <3
If you need a pouch, contact me for more details! :)
Xoxo,
11:31 PM
Lynn Adele Chng
