I held him...and then I put him back. He was feeling really warm to me and was just squirmy and fussy. So, we checked his bum temp (even though we just checked the armpit temp)....and he has another fever. urghhhh! So, Mr. Cranky-pants fussed for a while until he finally dosed off. The fever could be from the drug withdrawals (as could the cranky-pants we was wearing today) or something else could be brewing. So, we gave him tylenol, his scheduled dose of ativan, and sent a culture of his broviac line (the last line in place) to the lab. I hope it's just the drugs causing the fever! So...now, he's snoozing (in the bed) and our door is closed...so, he'll get a good nap in. They should start up his feeds later tonight. But, all of his blood gases look good and I think this tube is staying out!!! YIPPIE!!!
Tuesday, November 20, 2007
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Extubation is such a huge step.
So happy for you.
best wishes for continued and hopefully rapid recovery.
YEA ISAAC!!!! I am so glad you got your snuggles in...there is NOTHING better than a snuggle from our kiddos.
Way to go on the blood gas levels...you are so strong! I am sorry about the fever...that stinks! Hopefully once the boy gets some food in his tummy he will start feeling better.
Lots of hugs,
Samantha
I got side-traked from the computer for an hour or so to watch tv. I just read your post.
I have never heard of fevers while going through withdrawal. Hope they can figure out what that fever is coming from.
Keep up the good work. Joe will be there tomorrow night, so he can go on duty then. Hope they move you upstairs soon.
We made out 27 Santa's for Eli's class. I can't get use to this
year round school. Everybody should be in school when it comes time for Christmas vacation. That's when they have the best parties! ! !
Christy comes tomorrow. Chris is real excited.
Hey...YEAH! Nothing better than extubation...and being able to clearly see their little faces! So glad things are going well out west! Hope you are getting some rest too. But doesn't it seem like there is always something...prayin' the fever is just a fluke thing...stay away icky germs...we don't need nothing growing in the basement of the hospital! Can't wait to hear how tomorrow goes...looks like you're on the upswing!
Getting the tube out is a HUGE step for you guys. I'm praying for the best for the temp issue. Everything will be just fine. Your man is strong.
I'm so glad you got to hold your baby! What a good day! I bet he loved being in his mama's arms again. I'm also glad your hubby will be there with you tomorrow to give you hugs and support.
We just said our nightly prayer for Isaac. Here's hoping for a good restful, healing night for all of you.
Love,
The Portas
Just wanted to check in on you guys...I hope that you are holding your little man again.
Hugs,
Samantha
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