Day 10

Josh has had a fever for the last 3 days, it has made his heart rate and blood pressure high and he has just been uncomfortable. His pain and sedation meds were cut in half this morning and he has been a little alert but mostly sleeping, I think because of the fever. He was getting very anxious as he was more aware. The great nurses here have been on top of things and gave him meds to help keep him comfortable and even a cooling blanket to get his temp down. I was kind of discouraged when I left at 5:00 to go home and see the kids for a little while because there hadn't been much change.

Well I am back and his fever has broke and his heart rate and blood pressure is lower than it has been in 3 days. Super happy! I try so hard no to get discouraged because I know there is going to be ups and downs but it is really hard. I just want him to wake up and give me a hug, I miss him so much. I have to remember during the hard times that I know he is going to heal and be fine and that he is still here and that is all that really matters. Please pray for his fever to stay away! The doc said today that they were just waiting for him to start feeling better in order to get things moving with the ventilation. They have to make sure he can breath on his own before they will take it out, I think he will do great. Thanks so much everyone for your continued prays and love, Denise