Saturday, October 08, 2005

Removing Tubes and Wires

Kayleigh is recovering from surgery very well. Yesterday morning, by the time we arrived at the hospital, they had already removed her drainage tube and catheter, as well as the lead wires for a pacemaker (that were never needed) and an IV line that went directly to her heart. She still has a couple of IV's, one in her leg and one in her arm, but is now only on a couple of different medicines. Yesterday, they began feeding her again. Once she was fed she looked much better and more comfortable.

She was also getting oxygen through a tube in her nose, but that was removed this morning. The doctors have said that she could move out of the ICU as early as today. Her next challenge will be eating consistently. Once she starts eating well and doing other normal activities, she'll be able to come home.

4 comments:

Anonymous said...

Great news!! Can't wait to hear she's gaining weight and strength and ready to go home. There's no stopping her now. We're so happy for you all. Keep us up to date.

Cousin BJ

Anonymous said...

Hi Kayleigh Just wanted to say I love you and hope to see you again real soon when you are in anothe room and much stronger. Can't wait to hold you again. Keep eating good and resting.

G. R.

Anonymous said...

she looks so peaceful in this picture. can't wait to hear that she's on her way home. keep up the good work kayleigh !!!

Amy L.

Anonymous said...

Yay !!!!!!!! So happy to hear this great news. We will continue to pray for a quick recovery. Thanks so much for the updates. Now, get some much needed rest !
Kayleigh, you're on your way girl !!

Love, the Twinings