Last night at 10.00 they removed the breathing tube and Pete's expression was one of relief and thankfulness. But this morning he said he'd had a rough night.
Pete only remembers having to work really hard to breathe for many years and now it's difficult for him to relax and allow his new lungs to do the work for him. They have a new rule in place now, that after coming off the ventilator, every patient has to be aided with oxygen for 24 - 48 hrs.
Frustration, hallucinations and other factors all come into play, be it from medication or lack of restful sleep. Tonight they'll be giving him something to help him get that much needed sleep. I must say that the care given in the ICU is excellent.
We continue to give thanks and praise to our heavenly Father.
Must be hard to adjust. Our prayers continue. Warm hugs to you all
ReplyDeleteThat must have been a hard struggle for Pete, and also for you to know how heavy this is for him.
ReplyDeleteHeel veel sterkte gewenst! Tallien
Strength to you all, especially Pete.
ReplyDeletewishing you all much strength during this time! Prayers and thoughts are with Pete and you, Margaret and family! Veel sterkte! Love, Evert & Jannie Otten
ReplyDeleteThanks for the daily updates Aunt Margaret. I don't know much about transplant recoveries but I thank the Lord that Uncle Pete can be doing so well. I continue to pray for healing and strength (for the whole family!) - Brenda V.
ReplyDeleteSo thankful all is going well so far! Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Pete!
ReplyDeleteTed & Hennie
Get well soon uncle peter. Our prayers are with you all the time.
ReplyDeleteAuntie Margret: please keep us up to date with uncle peter.
From Derrickvanderhorst.
Continuing to pray for much patience, strength and healing for Pete! Love and hugs from Norman and Diane
ReplyDeleteWe pray that tonight will be a better one for Pete. You are constantly in our thoughts and prayers. Much love from Dick and Alida
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