I Hope I Don't Get In Trouble

Oct 12, 2009

The end is in sight...  Last week in class we filled out paperwork for our labs to be ordered.  We were told not to go get them until we were "released," which will probably be tomorrow, at the next class.  It was expressed, with no uncertain terms, that we MUST wait until we are told to go.  However, I got a call on last Thursday to schedule an ultrasound for today.  So, I took the appointment!  I thought, "Hey, they called me.  Might as well get it over with ASAP." 

I had to fast for 8 hours, so last night 5 p.m. was my last meal.  I was up by 6:30 a.m. to get ready for my 7:30 appointment.  I don't know if it is normal to have two techs perform the ultrasound.  The first one tried for what seemed like 15 minutes.  "Deep breath, hold it.  .  .  .  .  .  . OK, breathe regularly."  She'd say.  Then a second tech came in and did the same thing.  Except, she forgot to tell me to breathe regularly, but apologized when I sharply exhaled and said, "I couldn't hold it anymore!"  Another 10 minutes and we were done.

After the ultrasound, I went to the lab and asked if my labs were ordered.  They were!  Since I was already fasting, I went ahead and did the blood, urine and stool tests.  Now all I need is the electrocardiogram and the EKG/ECO.  My goodness, the end is almost in sight!

I just hope I won't get scolded for going before being "released."   Oh well what can they do about it now?  Five more weeks of classes and then its on to the surgeon.  I am feeling anxiously excited, and a satisfied calmness.  I am in no hurry, just being efficient!

God bless you all!

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