Phil has negotiated his freedom...well sort of.
He is responding well enough to the reduction in sedatives that he's now more consistently coherant, yet still not in too much pain. He convinced his doctor that he hasn't suffered a neck injury, so they removed the neck brace. In addition, he has PROMISED his nurse that he won't jack with the trach tube (or his/her butt), so they have removed the wrist restraints. Between the two, he feels like a free man.
The doctor advised that the infection is not pneumonia. It has responded well to the antibiotics and is now almost gone. So, from a trauma perspective, he is progressing very well. Making the final repair to the heart (replacing the stent) will come once he gets a little further along. The next major milestone is to get completely off the ventilator. And if he continues at the rate he's worked over the last couple of days, achieving that goal is within sight.
Today was a very good day.
Great report. Thankful to hear about the progress and 'freedoms'! Continuing to pray for healing and recovery! Hang in there Rhonda.
ReplyDeleteThat is just wonderful news! And it is wonderful to be able to follow Phil's progress through this blog!! We will continue to pray for Phil's recovery and for strength for Rhonda and the kids. Love ya all!!
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We are continually amazed at the miraculous recovery Phil has made. All praise to God for His wonderful mercy and grace. Thank you Jesus! Although...it might be wise to keep an eye on him for a couple days. Not that he would misbehave. LOL.
ReplyDeletePhiladelphia, thinking about you every day and glad to see your daily improvement. Just for the record, who gave you permission to have an accident or heart attack out of the state of Florida? Paul.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely wonderful to hear! Thank you for the continuous updates, it is wonderful to be able to follow his progress, mom and I continue to pray for him. All of our love to Phil and the family. - Shannon & Linda
ReplyDeleteWonderful news - I know he will rest more comfortably now. We love you and continue to pray fir you both!
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