Wednesday, July 8, 2009

Update on Kent, July 8

Dad has been out of bed twice this morning. They're trying to keep him as active as possible while keeping his breathing rate as low possible. It is a difficult line to walk, since standing and sitting make breathing quite painful, and this pain makes him breathe faster. He's very determined to get out and start moving, though. This morning he asked the nurse if he could have a root beer float tonight. She laughed and said it would be hard to get that request approved. Dad promised her that he'd take everyone out for a root beer float when he is better.
A team from Kaiser is coming by today to assess Dad and see if he is ready to be moved out of ICU. Everyone is in a good mood today.

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  1. That's great! I hope that the Kaiser team thinks he is doing great when they come take a look at him. You all our in our prayers.

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  2. It's good to hear that Kent is making continued progress! He (and the rest of your family) remains in our thoughts and prayers. We love you all! --Melissa (Maher)

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  3. If he asks to go to Fentos and get a chocholate malt or crab sandwich or such then you know he is even in better spirits.

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