October 19-October 31

October 31, 2013

Today Rokie produced 150 mL of urine!  We are so happy that Rokie is getting better every day. 

October 27, 2013

Today, Rokie had a little setback.  The doctors added a second chest drain tube on his right side.  Immediately after installing the tube, 4 oz. of fluid drained out.  That should alleviate the pressure on his lungs.

October 26, 2013

I spent a good amount of time with Rokus.  He is calm and peaceful.  There aren't really a lot of things he likes but we keep trying.  He doesn't care for stuffed animals or books.  He likes holding syringes or other small objects.  He lives having a hand on his head.  I sing to him and he seems to appreciate it.

Later, I spoke with the doctor about the reality of Rokie's situation.  She reminded me of how sick Rokie still is.  That he is still quite susceptible to infection.  His immune system is VERY weak and the harmless bacteria normally in the body could harm him and cause another infection.  That's her biggest fear.

October 25, 2013

Rokus was cleared of E. coli today.  No more isolation, gowns, gloves, or masks.  That means only other infections need treatment otherwise the body needs to heal.  He looks like he's doing well and the nurses have complies with Steph's requests to not over-sedate him. 

October 24, 2013

Rokie looks more at people and healthy.  The doctor brought me up to speed on Rokie's condition and there did not seem to be anything new that I did not know.

October 20, 2013

Rokie is clearly uncomfortable in bed and the pain meds are making him feel itchy.  I feel bad for the little guy but I know he is healing so that is good. 

October 19, 2013

Stephanie let me know Rokie's appendix was removed as well as a small portion of the small intestine.