Greetings,
There is slow and steady progress, so here is what we have to report this morning:
0800 - Peaceful night for Lee. Nothing new to report at this point. Numbers are fine.
0855 - Switched ventilator to CPAP mode. This will allow him to breath on his own, and if needed, assistance will be given.
0900 - Another BM! Hard to get excited about this one (and I know how much he will appreciate all sharing this information), but it does show his body is now processing more than fluids. Also means there are some oboes trying to tune somewhere. His fever is also gone!
They will be monitoring him closely on the CPAP. Saturation should stay above 90/92. Breathing rate and etc... The RT told Lee that he is doing good and that although he probably will not get the ventilator removed today, maybe tomorrow or the next day, if he continues to breath on his own with CPAP help. Saturation started at 94% and went to 97% Great news!!
0940 - Switching ventilator back to Assist Control. He was working on his own for about 45 minutes. The RT is very pleased. In his current condition, it is quite a workout, so we look forward for Lee to gain strength and they will try this again soon.
We are told that now is a good time to get started on some physical therapy, as he has not moved around too much, and the next stages of improvement will require him to use full body motions. We are waiting for the Docs to give us the go ahead on this.
Once again, Lee needs to do some hearty laughing, so bring some good stories in to share.
1015 - Nanette asked Lee if he wants to hear some music, he shook his head no. The good news is: He Cares. The bad news is: We might be playing the wrong music.
Bring on the oboes!
Eternal Vigilance
שבח יהוה
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