I haven't been around for awhile - Dad hasn't been doing well and I have been having the usual pain issues.
Last night Dad just took a very sudden turn for the worst. I just said in a very assertive manner, "Dad, I am calling the ambulance". He didn't argue - in fact I think he was a little relieved. What took him to the hospital was his blood sugar plummeted (easily fixable with a dextrose drip, though I don't think we could have left it much longer). However, what kept him there overnight was he needed 2 units of blood and a saline drip to rehydrate him.
I am just on my way back to the hospital now. Just thought I would let you all know as you have been very supportive and caring.