Ellis did a terrific job weaning, that his team did a test this morning to see how he would do without ECMO. It was a 15 minute test and he did okay. There remains one problem, he is not removing enough CO2 from his blood - the reason he went on ECMO. The CO2 on his blood gas was 107 after the 15 minute test, and normally it should be in a range of 35 to 45, though 60 to 70 would be acceptable right now. His team will probably try another attempt this afternoon and tweak his oscillator settings to get the CO2 down.
Other than the CO2 level, his other stats look good.
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Go Ellis, we are praying for him all the time, and for you and James as well. I loved the fashin show!
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Bob & I also are praying for Ellis everyday. I also enjoyed the fashion show, and loved the video of Lilah playing in the garden. The family picture is gorgeous! Keep the faith, kids!
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Dana Brinkman
It's wonderful that the weening in going well. Ellis is a stong little guy. The fasion show was a great idea. He's adorable!
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Wonderful news for Ellis- he is one strong little soul-love and prayers...Kathy
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ReplyDeleteSo glad to hear that Ellis is making progress and had a good day. What wondeful news for you to share - and us to hear! All our prayers are around you and your family... he is one cute, brave, strong little guy. Did I mention CUTE?! Please take care of you - your diet, your sleep - so you can take care of him.
Stay strong, my heart goes out to all of you. Continued blessings to you and your family... ann, bob, jack and lauren
Yay! Such great news! Go Ellis, go!!!
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Hope sees the invisible, feels the intangible and achieves the impossible...author unknown
ReplyDeleteKeeping you all in my prayers- what a special moment for the 4 of you- a picture...God Bless you all...Kathy