So here is the latest update on Ryan. He is completely off of the paralytic drug, as of this morning. He was weaned off of the sedatives this afternoon. He is running a fever, and started fevering without being sedated. He is not on a continuous sedative now, instead they are sedating him with a dose that lasts 1-2 hours to control his shivering. He is still laying on the cooling/warming blanket that was used in the hypothermia study he was part of. He is also covered with one of these blankets. His body temperatue is regulated by the blankets - to the specific temperature they program in.
They received the culture back from his lungs and have identified the bacteria. They have started giving him a specific antibiotic that will treat the bacteria he has.
It is interesting to watch the doctors do "rounds". There are 10-11 people who gather at Ryan's doorway each morning, and they discuss his progress and plan of action for the day. For any of you who have watched the t.v. show, "Scrubs", this is exactly how it is. Today Ryan's doctor said he is still in critical condition.
As ever, thank you for your faith and prayers in Ryan's behalf.
Love and hugs,
Grandma Jeri
Our prayers are with Ryan and your family. Love ya, Farina
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