Today the nurse increased the oxygen level that Laurie was receiving to keep the oxygen level up in her brain from 50% to 70%. She also increased the External Ventricular Drain (EVD), which is the rate that blood and fluid is drained out of Laurie's cranium.
This morning a nurse practitioner tried to install a new intravenous PIC Line, used to withdraw blood and inject medications needed by Laurie. It can be used over and over for a long period of time and it will keep them from trying to find a vein over and over. However, since she is so full of fluids, her veins were narrowed and they could not insert a ware into her vein. They will consult and determine what to do next.
Her vital signs remain in a good range. Her right eye is opened slightly, but not far enough to see anything.
While Laurette and Katie were in Laurie's room, they took her off of sedation and tested her limbs for a response. Both of her feet responded. Her arms responded, but they are not sure if that is from pinching or if her body is just posturing.
Thanks Laurette for taking me out to dinner. It was a nice break for me.
Laurie had several visitors today that read to her and some noted an apparent response from her. We also appreciated the pizza from Jim.
2 comments:
We are so grateful for the daily updates and encouraged to read that Laurie responded to Brad yesterday. We pray that Laurie continues to make daily improvements and that soon she will turn the corner toward a full recovery. Please, Lord, heal Laurie and restore her to full health.
We are also praying for strength and encouragement for the Badens, MacRaes, and all family and friends! Let's continue to lift up Laurie and family. Love, Wende & Bob
Mommy-
It was so great to be with you today! I missed you so much this week! Your doing awesome! keep up the good work! I LOVE YOU SO MUCH ♥
-Wende :)
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