Post by Administrator on Sept 14, 2004 21:59:27 GMT -5
Mark had a very busy day.
The respiratory doctor assessed his progress in his ability to breathe unassisted. They determined that he will be ready soon to ease off of the ventilator. This is a great step forward for Mark.
He also had an initial consultation with a physical therapist. The PT is going to start working immediately checking ranges of motion and ensuring blood circulation.
Once discharged from ICU Mark’s treatment will continue at a specialized facility, which handles spinal injuries. The family and medical staff are working to determine the location of this facility.
For those who would want to visit Mark please bear in mind the ICU is an especially sensitive environment. The steroids Mark is taking limits his ability to fight off infections, even everyday bugs. With this in mind your thoughts and prayers are greatly appreciated, but Mark’s visits are being limited to family only at this time.
The respiratory doctor assessed his progress in his ability to breathe unassisted. They determined that he will be ready soon to ease off of the ventilator. This is a great step forward for Mark.
He also had an initial consultation with a physical therapist. The PT is going to start working immediately checking ranges of motion and ensuring blood circulation.
Once discharged from ICU Mark’s treatment will continue at a specialized facility, which handles spinal injuries. The family and medical staff are working to determine the location of this facility.
For those who would want to visit Mark please bear in mind the ICU is an especially sensitive environment. The steroids Mark is taking limits his ability to fight off infections, even everyday bugs. With this in mind your thoughts and prayers are greatly appreciated, but Mark’s visits are being limited to family only at this time.