Journal entry by Diane Leslie —
Good news: John will be released this afternoon!!
His trach was removed, and the hole should close up in about 3 days. Last night the Dobhoff (NG tube) was removed. He still needs to thicken liquids, but otherwise is doing fine eating and drinking. I had a brief Video chat with him yesterday, and he looks and sounds good 😊
In fact, the hospital doesn't see a need for even short term/rehab care. So Jim and Carolyn will be instructed in wound care, and John will stay will them in their home for now. Starting Monday, he will have some follow-up with Home Health.
We are SO thankful for John's progress, and all of your prayers! Please continue to pray as he recovers and transitions into a "new normal" lifestyle. (Also keep Cheryl in prayer as well, she had another seizure yesterday.) Sabbath Blessings to all!
His trach was removed, and the hole should close up in about 3 days. Last night the Dobhoff (NG tube) was removed. He still needs to thicken liquids, but otherwise is doing fine eating and drinking. I had a brief Video chat with him yesterday, and he looks and sounds good 😊
In fact, the hospital doesn't see a need for even short term/rehab care. So Jim and Carolyn will be instructed in wound care, and John will stay will them in their home for now. Starting Monday, he will have some follow-up with Home Health.
We are SO thankful for John's progress, and all of your prayers! Please continue to pray as he recovers and transitions into a "new normal" lifestyle. (Also keep Cheryl in prayer as well, she had another seizure yesterday.) Sabbath Blessings to all!
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