Re: fear of vent

nete1(AT)midamer.net
Thu, 12 Sep 1996 22:10:21 +0000

> Hi Annette,
> How much movement do you have? I really am trying to get the idea of a
> night time vent into my head and heart beut it is very, very difficult. Are
> you married? How does your souse react to the noise of the vent? What do
> you do when you travel?
> Florence

Florence....

I use a power wheelchair due to the fact that there is no movement
from the waist down. I do have bowel and bladder control along with
sensation, just no movement.

I am not married but live with my boyfriend of 5 yrs. He has been
wonderful and accepting of the vent and trach. I am lucky to have
someone so supportive.

As for traveling...I just take the vent whereever I go. They are
lightweight enough to travel along with me. Getting supplies ready
and packed takes some real organization...but you learn fast!!!!

Annette Hanna
nete1(AT)midamer.net