Karen is having another good day today, alert and breathing well with just the nose cannula for oxygen! That makes three good days in a row now, so feeling good about that. She even spent several hours yesterday without any supplemental oxygen and did ok. They did a “mini” dialysis treatment on Monday to pull off extra fluid then her regular dialysis treatment today. The purpose is to manage down her fluid retention which seems to be working and helping. They plan to start doing some physical therapy with her today or tomorrow to build back strength. At this point she is very weak and unable to stand on her own but physical therapy should help address that. Still no appetite! The plan is to keep her in IMC (Intermediate Care) for the time being. With all she has been through, they want to be cautious before moving her to a regular room where she is not monitored as closely. We certainly agree with that plan.
We are thankful for these steps forward!
Rusty
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6 comments:
So glad for the continued improvement! Prayers continue for all of you. Much love!
Rusty,
Bryan and I have been out of town but have followed Karen's progress on the blog site daily. What a blessing to hear that she is doing so much better. You all are in our prayers daily Karen's progress was the only email that we checked the entire time we were away. We love you guys. God is so good, all the time.
Jonel
Glad to hear that today was also a good day. We like to hear that!!!!
Hope they were able to start the PT today. Thanks for the updates..
Love, Gayle
Rose,
I had absolutely no idea of Karen's hospital stay! Debby got the word from Pam Brown while she was walking the dogs this AM. We obviously wish all of your family the best result for her continuing recovery.Ask for our assistance in any way, and we will do our best to help. On a lighter note that I hope Karen will enjoy hearing--- there has never been any doubt in my mind about both the brains and the beauty in the Rose clan and where it came from! I'm glad that Russ and the girls picked that up from her! We will continue thinking about all of you and following Karen's progress.
Your friend always,
Tim
This is wonderful news!
Marion and Bunny
Thrilled to hear of each good day and continued progress. Our prayers are with you all for strength and steady renewal of health for Karen (and for a return of her appetite). Susan Harris (OTBC Agape Class)
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