If you would ask Andrea how her day went today she would likely say not too good. That is mostly because she needs mobilization and nutrition more right now than anything else, so the doctors say, at the same time not pushing her more than she can do. She had a poor night last night awake a lot, too much commotion and lights on and off etc, on top of that she was so tired out from the day before without a nap. Then when she is put on speaker valve as a step toward weaning her off ventilation it requires more effort on her part too. This afternoon she managed to sleep for 1.5 hours with the speaker valve which was a first for her, her oxysats stayed good, CO2 levels were low also, and after she woke up she felt a little better. Remember though that she is having someone either checking her various pumps, changing dressings, washing her up, doing physiotherapy or something most of the time, so she is tired from all the activity. X-rays this morning show a little extra fluid around her lungs, which is no wonder since she has hardly moved since a week ago. The steps forward are small but are going in the right direction at least. Being willing to work through her pain and weakness will be a challenge. Faye is with her again tonight. Remember us in your prayers please.
Until next time, Maynard
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