Several people have asked about a benevolent fund that they could donate to in order to help provide for Cosima during her recovery time. I have set one up at Washington Mutual (I am confident about their ability to survive as our personal accounts are there) since they have locations in New Mexico and in Houston.
The account name is Kayla Schober FBO Cosima Pat Leedom. Account number is 9400436568. Donations can be made at any Washington Mutual Branch. The account is listed under their Benevolent Funds. If you have any questions or difficulties please contact me at kaylaschober@gmail.com.
There is also a credit union account being set up as well in Jemez but I don't have information on that yet. Once I have the information I will post the information on that account as well.
making progress
Cosima is now sitting up this morning - well the bed is sitting up for her but it is progres - which we are very happy about. She is still on the ventilator right now. She is responding by nodding her head to questions though once she gets a dose of pain medication she is pretty out of it.
There are a few additional injuries to add to the list that the orthopedic doctor told Sam yesterday:
Left Leg torn MCL which is one of four ligaments that are critical to the stability of the knee joint. This may need a repair at a later time.
Broken Left Sacrum which is a triangular bone at the base of the spine. The sacrum is the part of the backbone that connects to the pelvis. No operation is needed for this.
Broken left Pubis - won't require surgery either
Broken Right thumb
They are also planning on putting a wound vac on her right elbow. This is to help speed the recovery and keep it from getting infection as there is no skin to close things up. The specialist is looking to see if a skin graft is a possibility.
Cosima is not as awake today since she is on more pain medication. This is one of those times that having a low tolerance to pain medication is probably a very good thing as she gets a dose and pretty much goes back to sleep.
There are a few additional injuries to add to the list that the orthopedic doctor told Sam yesterday:
Left Leg torn MCL which is one of four ligaments that are critical to the stability of the knee joint. This may need a repair at a later time.
Broken Left Sacrum which is a triangular bone at the base of the spine. The sacrum is the part of the backbone that connects to the pelvis. No operation is needed for this.
Broken left Pubis - won't require surgery either
Broken Right thumb
They are also planning on putting a wound vac on her right elbow. This is to help speed the recovery and keep it from getting infection as there is no skin to close things up. The specialist is looking to see if a skin graft is a possibility.
Cosima is not as awake today since she is on more pain medication. This is one of those times that having a low tolerance to pain medication is probably a very good thing as she gets a dose and pretty much goes back to sleep.
a bit more responsive
Later on Thursday afternoon Cosima started to become a bit more responsive. She started to move a bit and turn her head like she was uncomfortable. When asked if she was in pain she indicated she was and was given a bit more pain medication which had an immediate affect. These seem like good signs as she is starting to interact with people.
On another note Thelma (grandma) is doing well. Sam says he can't move 10 feet with her without her chatting with someone and making a new friend. At JB's where they have gone for dinner a few times she knows the server and they already seem like regulars.
On another note Thelma (grandma) is doing well. Sam says he can't move 10 feet with her without her chatting with someone and making a new friend. At JB's where they have gone for dinner a few times she knows the server and they already seem like regulars.
quick Thursday update
Just got an update from Sam and Cosima is starting to show signs of responding. She is actively blinking in response to questions. In order for the feeding tube and oxygen to be removed she will need to become more responsive but this is a step in the right direction.
This sign of progress is making us all feel better about the direction things are heading today.
This sign of progress is making us all feel better about the direction things are heading today.
Thursday morning update
Not much to report this morning. Cosima has still not responded and this is a bit concerning though it could still be the drugs wearing off. She has eye movement but no responsiveness. She is being given minimal pain medication to help increase her responsiveness.
Earlier she had some breathing problems but this was most likely due to a fluid build up and she is breathing fine now.
She had a CT scan and the preliminary results look good, more information should be available later.
The number of friends calling to ask about her has been amazing. The hospital is getting so many calls they have asked if we can help cut down on the number they have been getting. Instead if you could please call Sam Kanner (her oldest son) directly at 206-650-4357 he can give you an update. Some of the time he won't be able to answer as he may be speaking with hospital staff but he will get back to you. I will try and update this blog each time I receive new information as well to help keep everyone in the loop.
Any information you would like posted on the site please email me at kaylaschober@gmail.com.
Thanks again for all the thoughts and prayers for Cosima the support has been incredible.
Earlier she had some breathing problems but this was most likely due to a fluid build up and she is breathing fine now.
She had a CT scan and the preliminary results look good, more information should be available later.
The number of friends calling to ask about her has been amazing. The hospital is getting so many calls they have asked if we can help cut down on the number they have been getting. Instead if you could please call Sam Kanner (her oldest son) directly at 206-650-4357 he can give you an update. Some of the time he won't be able to answer as he may be speaking with hospital staff but he will get back to you. I will try and update this blog each time I receive new information as well to help keep everyone in the loop.
Any information you would like posted on the site please email me at kaylaschober@gmail.com.
Thanks again for all the thoughts and prayers for Cosima the support has been incredible.
Wednesday's surgery was successful
Cosima had another surgery today and the doctor said it was successful, even more so than they had initially hoped which was great news. The surgery was to place pins and screws in her right arm. During the surgery they realized her tricep was not fully torn away - it is about 50% which is much better than was originally thought. Because the tricep wound is open and there isn't enough skin to close it they will have to do skin grafts before the tricep can be repaired.
Today they also reduced her pain medication so they could check her neurological status but so far she is not responding. This could be due to several factors and they are a little concerned but not too worried yet. She could still be working off the drugs from the surgery at this point.
Today they also reduced her pain medication so they could check her neurological status but so far she is not responding. This could be due to several factors and they are a little concerned but not too worried yet. She could still be working off the drugs from the surgery at this point.
Background on Cosima's accident
I wanted to start this blog to update Cosima's friends and family on her recovery. We have many people interested in her condition and this seemed to be an easy way to send updates on her condition. We will post information as we receive it. Since we don't have any medical background we will try and give the information we receive from the doctors and nurses as well as our personal observations. Information may change or we may be inaccurate at times so please bear with us as we try and keep it all straight. Currently my husband Sam and Cosima's mom Thelma are with her at the hospital during visiting hours.
On Saturday September 13th Cosima was hit by a car while riding her bicycle with a group of 20 other riders. She was airlifted by helicopter to the University of New Mexico Hospital in Albuquerque where she remains in intensive care.
Her list of injuries include:
compound fractures to both of her lower legs
broken femur
broken right arm in 2 places - compound fractures
torn tricep
broken scapula
broken pelvis
broken ribs
broken hip
2 small bones in her neck though we have been told these are minor injuries
bruised lung
road rash over her body
Currently Cosima is on a ventilator and has a central line. The doctors have told Sam her biggest risk right now is for infection. She had surgery on Sunday to put pins and screws in her legs and the surgery was successful.
She was conscious when she arrived at the hospital which was a good sign. Currently she is heavily sedated and remains unconscious due to high doses of pain medication.
On Saturday September 13th Cosima was hit by a car while riding her bicycle with a group of 20 other riders. She was airlifted by helicopter to the University of New Mexico Hospital in Albuquerque where she remains in intensive care.
Her list of injuries include:
compound fractures to both of her lower legs
broken femur
broken right arm in 2 places - compound fractures
torn tricep
broken scapula
broken pelvis
broken ribs
broken hip
2 small bones in her neck though we have been told these are minor injuries
bruised lung
road rash over her body
Currently Cosima is on a ventilator and has a central line. The doctors have told Sam her biggest risk right now is for infection. She had surgery on Sunday to put pins and screws in her legs and the surgery was successful.
She was conscious when she arrived at the hospital which was a good sign. Currently she is heavily sedated and remains unconscious due to high doses of pain medication.
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