Confessions from the mind of this sleep deprived mom navigating the world of complex medical needs, deafblindness, and special education. And y'all, it may not always be pretty, but it's real, and it's always for the love of Ivey.
2.16.2015
PICU
Ivey did finally make it up to the PICU after a couple of hours post-op. She has struggled throughout the afternoon. Ivey is having trouble maintaining her her heart rate and blood pressure. Along with that, they are monitoring her CO2 levels. If she does not improve, there is a possibility of intubating her. She has lost a good unit of blood and may require another transfusion. Blood did asperate into her lungs which is hindering her breathing as well. She is on an antibiotic to prevent infection so hopefully this will hold off pneumonia. To top it off her seizures have begun. Both pain medications and seizure medications suppress the respiratory system, so there is a balancing act taking place. Nights tend to be long. Cross your fingers and pray for a good night.
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Praying for all of you - Ivey is a trooper and you are too - HUGS!!
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