Tristan has now been out of surgery for over 24 hours. He has shown good, but slow progress. Pain management seems like it is finally working and he is able to be as comfortable, as possible. We are able to get some smiles out of him. He was actually most alert when his Big Sis, Addison came in to seem him. She brought him an octopus from the aquarium she visited with Aunt Debbie today and he seemed to enjoy that.
He is taking food and drink orally, as well as his pain meds. This was a crucial point for him to get to so he would be able to move out of the PICU. They have ordered a bed on another floor for him, but we are still waiting to move. I don't mind waiting, though because Tristan gets more one on one attention while in the PICU. All the nurses think he is adorable, which he is, as he looks just like my wife.
His favorite word right now is "no". And it is so sweet when he says it. So every time we ask him to take one more bite or one more sip, all we hear is...."no", but sometimes we can still coax another bite or two. He seems to really enjoy sliced bread and apple juice today, oh yes, and some of Becky's cheese popcorn.
The nurses have removed more tubes/wires from him today. His arterial line was removed and his EKG tabs have been pulled off him. He still has two IV lines and some leads monitoring his respiration's, heart rate and blood pressure. He had a low fever today and his heart rate has been staying about 140 today, which we would prefer to see a bit lower. As the pain goes away we assume his heart rate will drop to normal.
Good night and God bless,
Adam, Rebecca, Addison & Tristan
Glad Tristan is doing so well. He will probably feel much better in a few days.
ReplyDeleteSounds like all is progressing well. He is a brave and strong little guy. Lots of prayers continuing to be sent your way.
ReplyDeleteThe Cosmans
Nice to see Rebecca sleeping there next to him. I know that's a comfort for both of them. Take care of yourselves too! Sounds like everything is progressing nicely.
ReplyDeleteI just found out about little Tristan. I'm so glad that he is doing well. I am also glad that you have had tremendous support for yourself and your family. I will be keeping you all in my prayers. GOD bless to you all.
ReplyDeleteGlad things went smoothly and hoping they continue to progress. You and the family will stay in my thoughts and prayers. He's a tough little dude.
ReplyDeleteAdam and Becky - I give you both TONS of credit for being as strong as you both have been. My wife and I and our kids have all been praying for the family and for Tristan. That is awesome news on the curve going to 53%, just awesome! God Bless you both, Tristan and Madison and your days ahead. We will continue to pray for a great, healthy and speedy recovery!
ReplyDeleteAdam you are truly a man of God and this is for you & your Family
ReplyDeletePsalm 107:8
Oh Lord we pray, that men would give thanks to the LORD for His goodness,
And for His wonderful works to the children of men!
Myeshia