After a long week(+) of feeling downright awful, Ron's finally picking up steam! Chest x-ray is beginning to show signs of clearing, he was able to keep his blood oxygen saturation at an acceptable level without any assistance (including during and after a walk around the floor) and his antibiotic cycle is complete as of tonight. So....he's coming home Wednesday!
Please pray as he transitions back home; that he will not try to push himself but will be patient with the healing process. Dr. A says it will take several weeks to fully recover from this bad bout of pneumonia. Also, as we adjust to life on heparin. I will have to inject this into his PICC every 8 hours and unfortunately it is one that will require several steps, not just a pre-filled syringe, yippee!. Due to the amount of heparin he'll receive, he will have to be watched closely for any signs of bleeding and will be prone to bruise very easily.
Also, pray for wisdom as he consults with his professors regarding this extended absence from classes. Some are willing to be very flexible and assign alternative assignments while others...not so much. You are loved and appreciated!!!Christie
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