Tuesday, December 9, 2008

Update on husband

The saga continues......

My husband is doing much better from a physical standpoint. He is beginning to regain some strength and has most of the tubes and so forth removed. He moved to a lesser degree of care in a Progressive Care Unit. However, he is experiencing some short term memory loss and is disoriented as a result of the time he was not breathing and his heart was stopped. The heart doctors have requested that a neurologist evaluate this area in the next couple of days. They have also requested that a family member stay with him all the time in the interest of safety and in hopes that being around family will help reinforce some memories. They say this may return to normal in a few weeks or so. They add that only time will tell whether there is any permanent damage or not.

God brought him back to life for a purpose, so we pray that He will restore his mental awareness soon.

8 comments:

Karen said...

I'm so glad to hear. Thank you for posting. I'm still praying.

A Bite of Country Cupcakes said...

All the best,
I will continue to keep you all in my thoughts and prayers

Kim @ Homesteader's Heart said...

You talk with such strength my friend. I hope the Lord continues to carry you both through this and keeps you strong. Prayers going your way right now!
Hugs.
Kim

Brenda said...

Hang in there, you're both strong and I know God will see you through this. ((hugs))

Donna said...

OMG!! I haven't read you since Fri and cannot believe all this!!! GoodLord!! You poor brave thing!! Many prayers to hubby And you sweetie!!!!hughugs

Life from This Hart said...

I love you all Karen. Again please let us know if we can do anything to help. Uncle Garry and you are so special to me.

The Hallman Tribe said...

Glad to hear he is doing better. I will keep my fingers cross that his memory improves soon. You all have had to endure so much, and I am sure you are all stressed. Hopefully all will be much better soon for the holidays.

Keeping you in my prayers,
britt

Donna said...

Prayers are still a'coming for him, you, and the entire family! Stay strong and you WILL weather through this storm!

I wish I could deliver this in person: {{{{hugs}}}}