She was assessed, monitored, and sent for additional imaging.

By evening, Dr.

Miller told us the results were reassuring in some respects, but that recovery would not be a straight line.

“Improvement doesn’t mean the danger is over,” he said.

“We’ll continue to watch her closely.”

I sat outside the room while the lights dimmed for evening rounds.

My phone displayed three missed calls from an unfamiliar number.

A message followed: Mrs.