Hi, a brief little update this morning. Dave had a good night, his vital signs are all normal and there is no fever.
More surgery tomorrow to clean and scrape, and as I said yesterday he may have the breathing tube removed tomorrow as well. If this happens, he will be taken off the anesthetic and will regain consciousness. I was concerned when they told me the tube will come out because earlier on I had been told that if he removed the tube himself, they would not be able to get it back in again. When I expressed my concern I was assured that the swelling had gone down sufficiently that they would be able to re-intubate if necessary.
His night nurse also told me that we can assume that he will be hospitalized a minimum of 2 more weeks, possibly longer, until they are able to remove all of the drains in his neck and mouth. He will have to keep his feeding tube some time as well because he will not be able to eat anything orally until his throat heals.
I am taking a "day off" from the hospital today because I am simply exhausted. Since he is still anesthetized, this is a good time to be away.
I know that some of you have been having difficulty posting comments. I have adjusted the settings and it shouldn't be a problem anymore. If it is, just send me an email instead at mommabear.lds@gmail.com
More news when it becomes available.
Benjamin
Benjamin at Ausable (the other favourite picture!)
Dave and Lynn
Our favourite picture from Ausable Chasm
3 comments:
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Hi Lyne,
My name is Natasha and I worked with Dave last year at Laura. Helene just told me what has happened, and I wanted to wish you and your family all the best. My prayers are with Dave and you.
hy lyne,
my name is laura and i work whit dave!sheila told me about what happened,and me and the sensormatik girls wanted to wish a good recovery! all are prayers is for dave !! get well soon dave we miss you alote!come back and shape.
love laura and all the sensormatik girls!!!
Hi Dave, Lynn and Benjamin,
I heard about what happened and I am praying for Dave's recovery. Lynn I am here if you need help for Benjamin. He can come and spend time with us and stay for the weekends as long as necessary. You can get my number from Bob and Kristina. blessings and prayers to you all in this your time of need.
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