We just got an update from the respiratory therapist and attending doctor about taking Mom's breathing tube out today. Mom's breathing is still good but still on the border of what it needs to be before they can take it out. So they've decided to try again tomorrow (Sunday).
Of course, it's disappointing to us. She needs to get the tube out so she can then get out of bed and begin physical therapy. But she also needs to get her breathing ability up to speed before that can happen.
Despite that news, I spoke with two doctors today who both said that her heart is doing very well. The doctors both also mentioned that the afib she was having is very normal. About half of bypass patients get it. She is no longer having it, but apparently it wasn't anything to be too alarmed about.
The several doctors we've spoken to have all been upbeat about her progress, given her age. But to us it feels painfully slow. Those of you who have had loved ones travel this road can identify, I'm sure.
Thank you for your continued prayers.
Rod.
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