Today John was deemed well enough to be moved from the ICU to the surgical floor. Praise God! He was able to sit up in a chair for a couple hours and started on a clear fluids (and jello) diet. No more bleeding. It sounds like he will continue his recovery there until he meets the criteria to go home. Basically he needs to be able to walk, eat, drink and go to the bathroom on his own.
They removed the catheter from his neck as it was no longer needed for quick intravenous access and blood monitoring. I missed the removal procedure but apparently the nurse satisfied his curiosity and let him admire the 5-inch long object that had been in his jugular.
After doing an ultrasound to check for blood clots in his legs, they gave him compression stockings to wear as a routine precaution. Once he gets up and walking again this risk will be reduced.
He is also supposed to chew gum several times a day to help get his digestive system working again. Fun!
The kids and I miss him a lot and can’t wait till he can come home. We visited him this afternoon and then he called to say goodnight before they went to bed. It’s good to see him looking better everyday. To each person who reads this blog I want to say: Thank you for praying along with us and for reminding me we’re not alone! I hope that you are as encouraged as I am to see how our powerful and loving God is answering our prayers.
Praising God with you for John’s improvement! Continuing to pray for you all.
So good to hear that John is improving. We are praying for him and for you , Leanne as you walk through these days. Many are praying as we are on Wednesdays and also at choir. Our God is the great Healer.
This is an amazing improvement!! Now you can focus on recovering as you’ve made it through the ICU phase. You’ve been in my thoughts and prayers.
So thankful to hear this good news. Will continue to pray for everyone.