> III - I'fctRIOblCAlS 'TinCAROLINA INDIAN VOWEKW ?B ;c iw Z ? <2 n t j|, "* ^ phed each Thursday by First American Publications, Pembroke, NC VOLUME^B1' THURSDAY. JULY 13. 1995 Heai device credited with saving man's life Richard Adams recovers u ith the licl/> of the cardiac care team consisting of (left to right) Robin (i. Cammings. M.I).; Michael Curry. Perfusomtst: David Christaldi. Perfusionist; and John h. I.rahnert Jr., M.I). Richard Adams, an assistance computer teacher at Cameron Elementary School, credits the use of a heart assist device at Moore Regional Hospital's Heart Center with saving After suffering from an uneasy xirning feeling in his chest for two lays, Adams came to the emergency lepartment at Moore Regional iospttal. Because ofthe concern that K might have blockages involving the arteries of his heart, ne was admitted for further evaluation. Adams was seen by Scott Denardo, M.D., one of the four invasive '/cardiologists in the Heart Center, and ?underwent catheterization which ?revealed severe blockages involving I all major vessels of his heart He was Preferred to Cardiac Surgeon Robin G. nCummings, M.D., who evaluated him and agreed with the need for surgery Despite having no prior history of s lung difficulties, Adams was noted to have an extremely low level of oxy gen ; in his blood. Function tests revealed that his lungs were surprisingly weak Prior to surgery , Adams underwent several days of therapy in the Intensive Care U nit to maximize his lung function and stabilize his heart condition as much as possible Adams underwent a five-vessel bypass procedure. His surgery proceeded routinely and he was separated from the bypass machine with excellent heart funcuon. However, over the next 10 minutes, his blood became extremely dark. ' 'This was a very interesting turn of events in Mr. Adam's case." said Dr. Cummings " His heart appeared lobe working well, but the oxygen content in his Mood was very low, indicating poor function of his lungs." Dr. Cummings, with the assistance of his partner. John F. Krahnert Jr.. M.D., returned Adams to the bypass machine and conducted a number of studies to determine the source of his problem The surgeons concluded that Adam's lungs were not functioning correctly because of a tremendous excess of fluids within them By this time, Adams' heart had become vety much weakened. " Without extreme measures, it was clear that Mr Adams would not survive." said Dr Cummings. At this point, Adams' heart was being supported by a number of medications as well as a commonly used support device known as a balloon pump Despite these measures, he continued to deteriorate. Dr Cummings and Dr Krahnert elected to proceed with a seldom-used device known as a left ventricular assist device (LVAD). "This device essentially removes most of the burden of supporting the body 's circulation from the heart." said Dr Cummings. "During this time, the heart can recover and eventually resume its normal pumping activity The device w as inserted and Adams was returned to the Intensive Care Unit Over the next 60 hours, his vital signs were continuously monitored "In addition, the LVAD required constant monitoring to ensure that it was functioning properly." said Dr ' Cummings "David Chruukb, our Chief Perfusionist, essentially remained at Mr. Adams' bedside for the next two days." Dunng this time, his heart slowly recovered its function. Although his blood oxygen level was originally extremely low. with appropriate medications, Adams' lung function improved. The use of the LV AD is reserved as a last resort in extreme life threatening situations," said Dr. Cummings. "In Mr. Adams'case the device performed exactly as we wished, allowing him time to recover. We were then able to wean the device as his heart function returned." Adams returned to the operating room three days later, at which time the LVAD was removed without difficulty . He experienced a relatively uneventful recovery over the next two weeks. Intense measures to maximize his lungs function were undertaken He left the hospital with supplemental oxygen with plans to eventually wean this support "The ventricular pump saved my life." said Mr. Adams. "I appreciate all that the doctors and nurses did to get me through my operation." Use of the LVAD is rare. On average, only twenty to twenty-five percent of the patients requiring this dev ice will survive and return home "Each patient is an individual and receives the dedicated effort of the entire cardiac team." said Dr Cummings "One of the benefits of our Heart Center at Moore Regional Hospital is that Dr Krahnert and I work together In difficult cases, such as Mr Adams', this arrangement is | extremely beneficial " Or.. Cummings is a native of Cardiac Surgery Program at Moore Regional Hospital after completing his training at the University of Kentucky Medical Center. Over the past five years, more than 1200heart operations have been performed with an overall mortality rate of less than two percent Richard Adams' case represents not only the latest technology available at Moore Regional Hospital's Heart Center, but also the cooperation which exists among the surgeons and the entire surgical team ^ ? Sgt. Bryant performs duties with remarkable accomplishment Gunnery Sergeant Ray Allen Bryant son of Jimmie and Mary E Bryant, graduated from Pembroke Senior High School in 1979 He joined theU. S. Marine Corps in 1983 Since his enlistment he has exceeded his duties with remarkable accomplishments While serving his country. he successfully completed the Marine Corps Recruiter course in 1990 Since then ne has received numerous outstanding awards Among those awards were: (3) Naval Achievement Medals. (11) Meritorious Mast, and (4) Certificates of Commendations In 1991 he was awarded Recruiter of the Year for the recruiting station in Houston. Texas. 8th Marine Corps Recruiting District for his superior performance in recnuung In 1992. he received a meritorious promotion to the rank of Staff Sergeant and was once again awarded Recruiter of the Year In 1993. he became in charge of Recruiting Sub-Station Pasadena of Houston His hard work and dedication followed him. and lus station was named Recruiting Sub-Station of the Year and also of the 8th Marine Corps Recruiting District which covers eight (8) states Gunnery Sergeant Bryant is currently stationed in Arkansas as a Noo-Commissioned Officer in charge ofRecrutting Sub-Station in FayetM Uc and PCS Joplin. MO . along with his wife. Felicia, and twochildien. Wesley and Kyna Bryant PSU nursing program receives federal grant by Jeffery Alejandro, Intern - PEMBROKE?Pembroke State University 's Nursing Department will receive a federal grant for S643.272 to begin its Disadvantage Students into Nursing Program Dr Peggy Opitz. Director of the Nursing Department, was notified that their grant approval by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Service's Division of Nursing on June 6. The programme scheduled to begin on Sept 1. CKcqvBe&plcy has been named the directorbf>me program Dr. Opitz commented. "This grant will help the program greatly The program will in turn help health care in this region greatly by increasing the number of Registered Nurses (RN) in its svstem, especially those holding Bachelor of Science degrees in Nursing." The Disadvantage Students into Nursing (DSIN) is a three year, multicampus program which is * designed toassistdisadvantaged Native American and African American Students to successfully enter and complete the associate degree of nursing (ADN) program at five community colleges in the PSU area After complasion of the ADN program. each student will then enter PSU's Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN) program Each year. 23 disadvantaged students will be selected from the community colleges' ADN applicant pool to take part in the DSIN program. The community colleges that are pari of the program are Fayetteville Technical Community, Richmond Community. Robeson Community. Sandhills Community. and Southeastern Community The DSEN participants will attend a structured summer science enrichment program that is designed to enhance their academic skills to a level where tbey will compete successfully in matriculating in a ADN program progressing to successful entry, and completion of PSU's RN-to-BSN degree program. Participants will be required to take writing and mathematics classes as well during the regular quarters While in the DSIN program, the students will be assigned mentors and counselors who will Share with the participants skill techniques, career contacts, and experiences Students will also receive financial support in the forms of stipends and financial aid. : Dr. Reising presents paper Dr Robert Rasing. professor in ' Pembroke Stale's Communicative An Department, recently presented a paper -at the Anerican Literature Association's annual convention The paper. "N Scott Momada> and the Lumbecs' tells about the rrlattomhip between Momaday and 4 the Lumbee Indians U also describes how his thinking and writings had an impact on the Lumbces and how their culture had an impact on him Momaday was a Kiowa Indian He won the tuned Pulitzer Prue in 1969 Ret sing's paper was dedicated to Lew Banon and Dr Adolph Dud Lumbee Homecoming Award Winners Shown above are the 1995 Lumbee Homecoming Award winners. Left to right they are; Lawrence Locklear, Postsecondary Student of the Year Award (student at NC State); Shelly R. Strickland, Middle School Student of the Year Award (student at Pembroke Middle-School); Rebekah C Revels, High School Student of the Year (St Pauls High School); Dr. Jeff Collins, Indian Business Person of the Year (Pembroke Dentist); Dr. Stan Knick, Hamilton McMillan Award (PSU Resource Center); Rev. Isaiah Locklear, Henry Berry Lowrie Award (9 5-years-old, retired minister); and Dr. Linda E Oxendine, Advancement of Education Award (Chairman, PSU Native American Studies Department). ^ New Queens Miss Lumbee Beth Conduce "Mavis, daughter of Ronnie Chavis ind Judy B. Chavis. Junior Miss Lumber Kelli Yvonne Walllace, daugkte rof Efland Earl and Yvonne Wallace. Lkle Mitt Lumhee Chyna Jade L odder, daughter of Michael and Angela Lockfear. appointed to editorial board hy Jeff try Alejandro, Intern PEMBROKE--Dr Robert Rasing professor in Pembroke Stale's Communicative Arts Department was recently appointed to the Editorial Board or the North Carolina Association for Superyision and Curriculum Development The editorial board reviews all educational publications produced w in North Carolina I Pembroke High School Class of 75 Reunites The 20th Class Reunion for Pembroke Sr. High School Clrntt of1973 was held Saturday, July b, 1993 at the Holiday Inn in l.umberton, N.C. Gear 100 classmates and guests attended including members from at far away at California. The Reunion teas organized by frsdel.ockiear. Alee participating with the classmates, Apesanuhkwat, star of Northern Expomra. He signed autographs and posed for photographs throughout the evening. The photo enclosed shows Apesanahkwat class members Sandra l.ucus, Suzanne Sampson A Sara l.ucus. This photo ?