Last night Pete successfully completed two spontaneous breathing trials! Today we will move down another level on the ventilator (O2 35%, Peep 5) and work on further breathing trials. If everything goes well, Pete may be extubated as early as tomorrow morning. The most difficult thing right now is getting Pete to slow down, relax and be patient. Even after the extubation, I am told it will take a couple of days for Pete to regain use of his voice.
Everyone is excited to see Pete doing so well, however he is still very ill and highly susceptible to any germs he may encounter, so at this time he is still not able to have visitors. Once he is extubated and able to communicate better, we can start having visitors as long as their are perfectly healthy (exposing Pete to even a simple cold virus could be detrimental at this stage). Thank you for your continued support and well wishes.
Thank you!
Rachelle, I have been praying everyday for Pete, that he will recover completely. I have also had you on my mind and heart, praying that God will keep you strong. So glad that I can check on your blog and see a daily progress report. Such a great idea!!! Carrie
ReplyDeleteWhat? You say you're having a difficult time getting Pete to slow down, be patient and relax...sounds like he's back. Hhhhmmm, this may have something to do with his competitive sailing background. Although, pictorial history does show plenty of relaxed Pete moments so we know it's possible. Maybe it's time to set up a slide show of past Armadas in his room. Just a thought; although distracted nurses aren't probably the best idea I suppose.
ReplyDeletePete is just too strong, too 'onery, and has way too many friends to stay holed up in that room much longer!
ReplyDeleteWe love you and miss you.
David