The gastric tube was placed bedside yesterday successfully and feeding has begun. The vent drain has been clamped and Mike is reabsorbing his own fluids well. The plan is to take the drain completely out tomorrow if he continues to do a good job.
Mike is conversing more. His speech has been difficult to decipher much of the time -- and it is clear he is exhausted.
We plan to have immediate family sit with Mike for some stretches once he has moved to the floor (nurse to patient ratio is much higher and we would like to keep a close eye on him). We'll set up a schedule for friend-sitting as soon as we are certain of the move.
Thanks to everyone who has emailed, called and posted. Mike will most certainly come back from this experience knowing that he is loved and appreciated.
2 comments:
Well, being a Michael, the luck of the Irish seems to be visiting him early.
Such good news! Make sure he has a big old school bell in his hand too. That'll get their attention!
Much love,
Barbara
Mike you are in our minds and hearts 24/7
We wish we could be among the sitters but will be soon.
Special love to Caitlin, Matt, Wendy, John, Amelia and Mitten.
Love,
Chris and Pat
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