Spa Day...

It was a good day for mom. She walked almost twice as far this morning as she has this whole month - about 225 feet down the ICU hallway. She was doing well enough to be able to take a shower too. Although it wore her out, she was very relaxed when she got back into bed.

Her oxygen levels are doing better as well, and she is back on 4 liters. She is continuing to take Lasix to remove the extra fluids from her body and the reduction in swelling is really apparent. They have also ordered a new medication for the purpose of keeping her heart rate and blood pressure in check. All of this should reduce the risk of complications with the tracheostomy.

It was great to see her alert and even laughing today.

Hopeful for a good night's sleep and continued improvement of her condition.

xox,
Tommy