Tamara's Recovery from Respiratory Failure and Acute Kidney Injury
Tamara endured severe injuries, including abdominal trauma, peritonitis, kidney injury, respiratory failure, and mobility issues after a motor vehicle accident.
A Patient Success Story from Cornerstone Speciality Hospitals Little Rock
Tamara required critical care after a motor vehicle accident.
AT ADMISSION
The accident caused abdominal injuries, and emergency surgery included a small bowel resection. Tamara developed peritonitis (abdominal infection). She also experienced acute kidney injury, respiratory failure, an inability to eat by mouth, a pressure injury, and heavy airway secretions.
TREATMENT AT KINDRED
At Cornerstone Specialty Hospitals Little Rock, Tamara received respiratory therapy, wound care, and physical, occupational, and speech therapy. She was weaned from the ventilator, resumed eating, regained her ability to speak, stood with assistance, and improved her mobility.
OUTCOME
After 25 days, Tamara was discharged to a skilled nursing facility.
“I have been in many hospitals, and this one is the best. The staff is very hard-working and took great care of me.”
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