Today was boring and exciting all at the same time! He opened his eyes!! They lifted him up to get a chest X-ray and he looked right at us! He has been moving his arms, legs and face a lot. The movements confirm that his brain is functioning well. The doctors have never thought that we should be concerned about his brain, trust me I have asked multiple times!
Kade did well with his blood pressure except for needing some fluid around 2:30. They are still working on weening him off of the dopamine for his blood pressure, but currently that is not a high priority. Urine output is steady, even with discontinuing the diuretic yesterday! He will have his wound vac replaced tomorrow around noon. They do not intend to do any exploring, just switch out the dressing.
A couple things about yesterday's surgery. They to put a stoma in, which has a section of his bowel outside of his body in a bag. This is for drainage purposes as well as nutrition if needed. Kade also did not tolerate switching ventilators well. They had to suction out a lot of mucus to get him to breathe properly. He is back on a conventional ventilator, but initiating almost all of the breathes himself.
Thank you again to everyone who is praying and thinking about Kade and our family. Everyone has been so kind and generous, we certainly would be lost without you all!
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Kade opened his eyes! How wonderful! You are all in my prayers daily. Thank you for this blog and for sharing your triumphs and tribulations. We are all pulling for you, Kade! Keep healing! Thank you Jesus! - Laurie
ReplyDeleteGOOD BOY MR. KADE!!!!! Aunt Laura couldn't be more pleased with the news today!! You keep up the good work little man!! I'm so glad you opened your beautiful blue eyes and saw mommy and daddy!! You are coming around my little angel!!! You keep it up. You're in our thoughts and prayers every second!! Love you all and we will see you soon!! God Bless!! What a great day!!!!!! YEA HOO!!! Love, Laura,Keaton and Makenna!!
ReplyDeleteSo good to hear that Kade is moving his arms and legs. I bet you were jumping for joy when he opened his eyes. Parents at the center continue to check each day to see how Mr. Kade is doing. Blessing to everyone.
ReplyDeleteBecky
Mr. Kade that is wonderful you opened your eyes for Mom & Dad I know that put big smiles on their faces. It was very nice visiting with you Allison & Troy I know it can be hard as being a parent myself not too be worried about everything going on, you are doing a very well job, I know that it helps with the support of your family & friends tremendously! I'm praying for Mr. Kade all the time, if there is anything at all I can do for you please let me know, my email address is clspellman@yahoo.com & my phone number is 402-219-3847. Praying for another day like yesterday!!! Love you Kade & family!! Please give him lots of hugs n kisses for me. Thank you God for helping Kade through this. Miss Carey
ReplyDeleteSo excited to hear that Kade opened his eyes. What a blessing that had to be for you to see that. May Kade continue to get better every day. Prayers are with you guys each day. Take care.
ReplyDeleteRobin P.
That is great Kade opened his eyes!!!!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful thing for you to see!!!!
Keep up the good work Kade!!
We are thinking of you everyday!!!
Kristy
Troy, Allison and family - I read your blogs daily and pray for more good news every day. Stay strong and know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
ReplyDeleteHolly and Heath Vinton and family
Good report on Kade - opening his eyes. We check the status of little Kade every morning and wish there was more we could do to help or comfort all of you as you go through this journey - everyone with children relating in some way - and yet not really knowing what you are going through as we have not been there. Please know we are thinking of all of you and if we can help in any way, we are here.
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What wonderful news - Kade opened his eyes! We are all praying for you. Keep up the great progress Kade!!!
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