Today can be summed up in one word for Cathy: Exhaustion. The attending physician attributes her lack of energy to the medications she was given for the bronchoscopy.
She has been sitting up in the high-backed chair, on the trach collar, since 6:30 this morning. Two seperate blood gas analysis this afternoon indicated that her system is retaining to much CO2. She will rest again on the ventilator overnight.
Last night Cathy had another fever. We have been told that this fever was probably caused by the bronchoscopy. However, the doctors are not taking any chances. She continues to be given a 'broad spectrum antibiotic" until the results of some of the cultures are received.
Her pain management is still being handled with the self administered morphine and vicodin. She is using the 'button' less and less every day.
3 comments:
Cathy ever since you have been admitted in the hospital you have been figthing a daily battle to breathe and endure pain. I am sure you are exhausted, but you still manage to continue fighting.
God has the Angels in heaven watching over you and I am sure your parents are also cheering you on.
Go Cathy...stay strong and continue the healing process.
Rest, sweet C.J., rest...your body deserves it! Trust that it knows what it needs and this is just a time to restore and refuel. I pray for protection from all the side effects from the myraid of antibiotics and other drugs your body is enduring...that they would help and not harm. Hang in there! You're doing so great!
Sending you love and lots of hugs,
BonBon
XOXOXOX
P.S. Joe said to tell you, "Hey!" Sounds like the Italian mafia doesn't he!?
Hey Jo,
Got back in town late last evening.
Sounds like there's a few issues that need to get ironed out.
It's OK :)
It may take some time.
You've been through a lot.
Your body just needs to adjust.
Hang in there my friend.
You're doing great :)
I love you lots.
Can't wait to talk with you ....
Hi David.
Take care of yourself.
Love,
Jami Lynne x/o
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