It looks like another day of three steps forward, two steps back. Robert's abdominal wound dressing will be changed, and depending on his condition the feeding tube may be connected directly to his intestines. Unfortunately he hasn't been tolerating the feeding very well, so he will be "fed" intraveneously for now, with the feeding tube in place for when he is ready.
The tracheostomy is being delayed for now. This is primarily due to Robert's low platelet count. Platelets are involved in clotting, which is necessary to avoid hemhorraging during surgery. The platelet levels may have been affected by adjustments in medications; it's a constant balancing act, with gains in one area often offset in a different area.
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The Hopewell Christian Fellowship blood drive is actually on Thursday, August 6th from 3-9PM, not the 8th which is a Saturday...please repost this correctly whenever you have a chance and I will tell people as they call to schedule appts.!
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I pray for you everyday Robert and your family. I always enjoy talking with you about cars and life in general. What a wonderful man and father you are! God bless you! Stay strong!
ReplyDeleteLove, Shelly Walker c/o Charter Enterprises, Ltd.
While I do not know Robert, I am praying for him, his family and friends. May God keep and bless you during this time.
ReplyDeleteThank You to the folks keeping us updated on Roberts daily medical changes. It is a wonderful thing you are doing for a wonderful man .Knowing how he is doing encourages me to pray for his specific needs. And We all do care, and I am sure thankful to the people (s) keeping us posted.
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