We just came back from seeing Pat this morning in the ICU. Her color still looks great. The nurse said that her heart looks very good and she seems to continue to be improving from the surgery. They are still working to improve her electrolytes. Yesterday, her potassium levels were too low, so today they are elevated. Her blood sugar is a little high. A renal specialist who does this every day has been called in to level out her electrolytes where she needs to be before they will wake her. This is a normal occurrence so there is no need for alarm.
She is responding well to this treatment as they introduce more fluids into her. Pat is still on a ventilator and will remain on it until after they wake her. We were hopeful that they would begin waking her to day, but at this time we have to wait until she responds more to the electrolyte treatments. We are learning to be patient.
Every one rested last night as well as can be expected. As mentioned earlier, the kids all stayed at mom and dad's last night with dad. We were up and out of the house by 7:00 am to be Atlanta traffic. The next family visit will be at 11:00 am.
The medical staff have been amazing. They love seeing the family come back to support Pat
Again, everyone is so appreciative and humbled by the outpouring of love, support and prayers. Stay tuned for further updates later today.
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