Optimism—Tuesday, 1:30 pm

After being touch-and-go in several areas, Robert appears to have cleared some initial hurdles. His lungs have greatly improved, although he is still on a ventilator to assist breathing. His kidneys are now functioning, so he no longer needs dialysis. Heart medication has been discontinued, and blood pressure medication has been greatly reduced.

Looking ahead, Robert is scheduled to return to surgery tomorrow for another abdominal assessment. He will also have a tracheostomy, so the ventilation tubes can be removed from his mouth. In addition, he may have several wounds closed.

Robert is in a very deep coma, but did momentarily open his eyes when he was turned this morning. The CAT scan has not shown signs of neurological damage, but continue to pray for more of a response.

The current visitation procedure is as follows: Visitors should go directly to Conference Room #2 to the right of the ground floor registration desk, which the hospital has graciously provided for family space. Access to Robert's room is still being strictly limited. We understand that you may want to see Robert, but the priority has to be what is best for his recovery.