August 18, 2012

"Trust in the Lord, with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding.  In all your ways, acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight."  Proverbs 3:5-8


Last night was a little better.  Scott and I took 2 hour shifts.  We both stayed in the room with Nolan.  He doesn't want to have us away from him.  So I would rest in the pull-out chair bed for 2 hours, while Scott sat up with Nolan and then we'd switch off.  Nolan also did better last night.  We tried to time his 2 pain meds, so they wouldn't wear off completely before the next dose of the next medicine was available to administer.  Our main goal last night was to keep Nolan as comfortable as possible.  Hard to do when you have a tube stuck in your neck, one in each hand, and 2 in your chest cavity.  Not to mention the sheer aches & pains from having your chest pulled open.  Lucky for Nolan, Scott and I can truly empathize and relate.
Once again-medically speaking he is doing excellent, Praise our Lord. This morning around 9:30, both chest tubes were removed! For those with any knowledge of surgery this is a HUGE deal. It's a giant leap toward home. I am personally amazed that we are on day 2 and they were both removed! The last surgery they waited 4 days. The plan is to also remove the central line in the neck later today. That will leave just the two IV ports in his hands.



 
Our goal today will be to get Nolan drinking more and starting on bland solid foods.  If he can keep those down, then we'll know he'll be able to tolerate oral pain meds.
We've not seen the surgeon today, but Nolan's cardiologist stopped by to check on Nolan.  All is well :)  Happy Saturday!

3 comments:

Cyn said...

You all have been in my thoughts and prayers! Love you all!!! Please let Nolan know he has friends who are thinking of him and praying for him!

Love
Cyn

Chandra said...

that picture of him smiling says it all! We are so happy to hear last night was a bit better and that he is progressing SO fast! God is good!!

Roxy said...

So glad he's doing well & on the mend. Much love to you all! XOXO