Wednesday, August 26, 2009

Not feeling too great

Jack has continued to not appreciate his fluid restriction today. Just to give you a clear idea, his current restriction is 20 oz. of clear liquids - all day. I think Jack usually drinks that much by breakfast on a normal day. So his constant request is juice and water, and he hasn't been easily satisfied by the periodic sips that they have allowed him. He was able to eat some applesauce this morning and then some yogurt a little later, but he didn't keep the yogurt down. So please pray that his tummy settles down enough that he feels like eating some more and hopefully going to the bathroom.

They were able to remove the lines that they wanted to (central line, arterial line, and his foley), so he was able to get out of bed and sit in my lap for a little while. He also is unrestrained now. They have been weaning his oxygen down slowly, which he seems to be tolerating well. He has been basically disinterested in toys, books, or movies; he pretty much just wanting Mommy and juice. They've taken him off the scheduled morphine and are just giving it as needed now. There is definitely a balance between trying to control his pain but keeping him alert enough that he will start getting up and walking some today. Please pray that we will be able to distract him from the lack of drinks and get him interested in moving around. We will most likely still be in the CVICU overnight.

2 comments:

Mandi said...

We are glad to hear they were able to remove the lines. Anzley says hello & hopes he gets better soon! You are in our prayers.

Love,
Mandi, Allen, Anzley, & Reese Rinard

Rachael said...

Glad to hear that Jack is doing well even though he is super thristy! We will pray that God will take the thirst away from him! Tanner prays for his "buddy" Jack saying, "God help the doctors to heal my buddy Jacks broken heart!" He is also asking me if he will see Jack at PeeWee School! Your little guy is VERY loved!
Mandy, you are an AWESOME Mom! Your strength and courage is amazing! Sending hugs to you all!
The Wards