Had our Family Meeting with the Head Doctor of ICU today (Neurology was not available). Angela's ability to breathe on her own and her lack of kidney function are the two primary focus right now. According to the Doc, it is still too early to determine whether her kidneys will regain function just yet. She told us that if no improvement is seen within a two month window, then the chances get slimmer and slimmer of her regaining that function.
As far as breathing is concerned, Angela seems to be able to be off the vent for a period of time following dialysis. Reason being is that they believe a fair amount of fluid is still being taken off the lungs by dialysis and allowing her to breathe without assistance (although there is still an oxygen mask placed close to her mouth while the trach is capped off.
As for any brain impairment, it is still too early to tell, but at least she is able to recall basic events right now. as the repeated words go......its all going to take "time" to see what improvements surface.
I was appointed Trustee over Angela's day to day affairs regarding finances etc today. Along with that, I will keep her son Brandon under my wing for now.
2 comments:
Ed....Anyone would be proud to have you as a Brother !! Wishing and Hoping things fall in line for Angela and for peace within your family as always....hugs Di
Sounds like things are improving slightly for Angela. Thank God for you! I know you've been through so much and yet you still continue to do so much for Angela. Taking on her son can't be an easy thing but I'm glad she has you there for her.
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