What's new, right? Waiting, waiting and more waiting! Jimmy flew up this morning and joined Trish, TL, Michael & I, (Walt & CC also came to offer extra moral support) for todays events.
Things went off (or came out, as it were) without a hitch. Dad, while still non-responsive, had the endotracheal tube removed and is breathing unassisted - albeit high - in the neighborhood of 20 breaths per minute (normal's about 12 in adults) with a oxygen saturation level running right close to 100%.
The external shunt was also removed, along with pretty much everything other than the monitors (which will be unhooked tonite). Speaking of monitors, his BP & heart rate are steady as well, which means the move home should happen (after a little more waiting) tomorrow.
We got to meet with the Hospice Coordinator today to get some of the particulars of what to expect. While the changes happening are a bit (okay, A LOT) overwhelming, we keep plugging along towards the goal.
We've strived for the same goal all along - Dad being healed. The only thing is... the finish line appears to have moved considerably skyward!
Once again, I think I'm speaking for the entire family in saying thanks for all of your prayers for Dad and the rest of us!
In light of the ongoing changes, please keep praying. More specifically; pray that the transfer itself be smooth & that the hospice team's able to get us up to speed with regards to what we need to do to help Dad remain comfortable.
God Bless the Prayer Warriors!
Johnny:)