I thought I'd make an appearance on this blog. Catherine and I would like to personally thank all those who have helped this past week. The response has been overwhelming. We've had so many people offer help that there simply isn't enough for everyone to do. Thank you to everyone who have even offered.
Ryan had an MRI on Friday. We know that a lot of folks have been interested in the results of that test. By the way, so are we!!! In a nutshell, the MRI wasn't very reliable. If anyone is familiar with an MRI, it requires that there be no metal in the chamber. Well, Ryan's braces really did a number on the images that came from the test. It was decided that the images weren't going to be very helpful and Ryan's actual performance would be much more reliable. The frustrating part is it means more waiting!!
The past couple of days have definitely been a roller coaster ride. We've been trying to deal with the up's and down's of being here this week. As was mentioned previously, Ryan took part in a study known as THAPCA (Therapeutic Hypothermia After Pediatric Cardiac Arrest). He was very sedated for the test and we're now in the process of waiting for his system to flush out the remaining drugs. We should be able to tell his neurological state within the next couple of days. Right now it's too early to make any predictions how he will respond.
Today has been kind of a busy day for Ryan. They moved him to a new room. Our last room was what they refer to here as "the Cave." Catherine had a little bit of anxiety about leaving our "home." The couch in the new room was the kicker for her and she said she wouldn't have moved without it. I'm glad she agreed because the staff said we would've been the first people to ask to stay in the "cave." The new room is a bit larger and has a window. Even though the sun doesn't directly shine through the window, it is nice to have some natural light.
Thanks again everyone for your prayers and support. Keep the prayers coming. Not that the entire period isn't important, but Ryan is in an especially important time while he comes out of the sedation and shows us what he can do.
Love,
Mike & Catherine
