11:30 am, Valentine's Day, 2013
Pete (Shirley's brother) and I just got a chance to go back and see Shirley in ICU. The staff indicated that she is doing very well and that they expect to be able to extubate her in less than 24 hours. She is being kept sedated so that she isn't conscious of the tube down her throat,. I have photos, but will not post them until she is awake and provides permission for me to share.
The lead nurse indicated that she would probably be in ICU for 3-4 days, but will be brought out of her induced sleep as soon as they remove the tube. The activity board in her room says that tomorrow they plan to have her up walking around three times. Pretty amazing.
For those interested in visiting, we ask that you refrain until she is further along. Anyone with the slightest case of the sniffles is not allowed in the ICU and healthy people have to mask and glove up.
We are very encouraged by the first visit with her,. When I said her name to her and told her I was there, she opened her eyes slightly.
We will mainly let her rest today and will report again this evening.
Thanks to all for your continued prayers, positive thoughts and well wishes.
Greg
1 comment:
Shirley is a diamond, a strong and beautiful gem. We have all been sending prayers and positive thoughts your way and waiting for this wonderful news.
Greg, give Shirley a hand squeeze from Dan and me, as well as the rest of us.
Hugs to you and her family, what a great support group.
BarbaraLavaty
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