Jeff is still sedated and resting, but as expected, he is being a feisty patient. He is behaving true to his own words, "If I wanted to have patients, I'd be a doctor." A common quote that he is known to mutter when told to wait.
They inserted a feeding tube today since Jeff's stomach was growling and he has not eaten since Tuesday. Andrew made sure to inform the nurse that he is a vegetarian, and Amanda added that he hates mushrooms and peas. We're sure he is getting more nutrition from the liquid food than he gets from his regular diet.
In addition, to ensure that he doesn't have more holes than a pin cushion, they put in a central line. This allows easy access to Jeff's bloodstream for medications and taking blood.
Unfortunately, due to the buildup of mucus in his right lung, he will remain on the ventilator for at least another 48 hours. However, they recently listened to his lungs and it's already sounding better.
He does not currently have pneumonia, but it is a concern. To prevent infection and reduce risk, he is now taking a broad-spectrum antibiotic.
Continue to sit on the edge of your seat and hit refresh every 2 minutes. We'll post more updates soon.
Enjoying our first trip to Lake Martinez, AZ "the river". Good times! Finding our new normal.
Jeff we are thinking about you constantly...and sending prayers up, up, up, up, up! Stay focused and firm on posotive in your heart! Many many thoughts and prayers for you. Amanda we are praying for you too! Stay strong and keep that beautiful smile on your face! We love and miss you here in MI!
ReplyDeleteGood news - keep it coming. We are thinking of you everyday.
ReplyDeleteKeep up the good progress, Sparky! We're all thinking about you, and sending healing thoughts your way. All my biker friends from Chicago send their prayers to you!
ReplyDeleteAll that talk of a feeding tube made me hungry. Keep the updates coming!
ReplyDeleteOh, and Jeff - I hate peas too. You are not alone. :D
ReplyDeleteHey Jeff:Ken and Peggy here, thinking about you all the time and waiting with bated breath for updates. Never really understood that bated breath thing, but it probably means bad breath from peas and mushrooms. Hang in there, praying and sending good vibes your way.
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