July 15, 2010

Another quiet night last night...I could really get used to this! You were stable this morning and Erica was your nurse today. They are still trying to wean you off some of the blood pressure medications. Daddy was working and saw you early this morning then mommy came and stayed a long time just watching you. Dr. Bermudez came in today and said everything was good , so no tap today. This afternoon was a little crazy because your O2 sat dropped and that had everyone thinking that your right lung had a pneiumothorax. A chest x-ray discounted that theory, so the respiratory team came and tried to figure it out. You had ALOT of secretions built up in your lungs and it took a while to get it all out ( they can only suction you every so often...not good to do it all the time). Mommy was there and was not leaving until it was all fixed. Then,they had to fix your endotrachial tube. Sounds easy, but it took hours....turns out you liked the bag better than the ventilator and it took some time to get you adjusted. You finally agreed to the vent. and then your O2 sat was great. Prayed for those lungs and that you have another quiet night. Every passing day without insult to your lungs is good! Before we left we met your night nurse Amy. This is her first night to have you, but she seems great. You are so lucky to have so many wonderful nurses and doctors watching over you. They amaze me and so do you! Also, a lady that daddy works with made you the cutest blanket to put over your isolette to keep light out of your face...it is sooooooo cute! We love you!