Sorry for keeping everyone in suspense, the last couple of days have been a whirlwind of activity. Mason stayed on the vent Monday so that he could be started on steroids for extubation on Tuesday. The steroids help keep his throat from swelling which can be common when the vent tube is pulled out. Monday afternoon Mason went on his road trip downstairs to get his NJ feeding tube placed. The tube was placed successfully however when he returned upstairs it did not work. Somehow the tube was clogged or kinked. That tube was removed and a NG tube was placed into the stomach. He started feeds into the stomach and is currently receiving 4cc's per hour. Sounds like Mason will be going back downstairs tomorrow for another NJ tube placement.
Tuesday morning Mason was extubated. What a great moment! The extubation procedure went smooth and after his airway was suctioned he was easily breathing on his own. He now has nasal cannula's for oxygen support and a small amount of pressure support. He did great the rest of the day and has had excellent blood gases since. Travis and I can hold him whenever we want now.
I will try to add some pictures of all of the excitement sometime tomorrow.
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3 comments:
Go Mason!!! We have been eagerly awaiting the big news! I even had to hunt you down through Jeannie today:) We are so happy for you guys! I remember how wonderful it felt when Noah was extubated! I can't wait to see Mason's handsome face without his tube!
The Bakers
Great job Mason! We can't wait to hear your little voice now.
Aunt Maureen
Yea Mason,
Yea Mom
Yea Dad
Yea Doctors and Nurses
God bless you all
Alcona Friend
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