While still not out of the woods, Pete's vital signs are stable and looking better then they have since this all began. Today we are looking for continued stabilization of his vital signs and to slowly begin weaning him off his multiple life-support systems. The only procedure ordered for today is placement of a feeding tube so that Pete can start receiving nutrients through his digestive system again. Until now Pete has been receiving nutrients via IV directly into the bloodstream and while this does provide necessary nutrition, it does not have the added benefits provided by a fully functioning digestive system.
Thanks for keeping us included on Pete's health. I work with Pete at Cherry Hill. We are all pulling for Pete here. Pete is such a wonderful guy and talented person. He is missed at work :) We all want to send our well wishes to his family and friends. Can't wait for him to start healing and be back at work, sharing his good-natured and warm-hearted personality with us all.
ReplyDeleteWhen Peter was a very young child, he and his brother were neighbors and playmates to our very young children. Over the years we have kept in touch with Jo who shared news of the boys. This news of serious illness has touched our hearts, Dick, Anita, Eric, Erin and Heather, and we share our prayers. As he heals and is communicating again, see if remembering the
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