Monday 1/07/13

Monday they decided that she probably has Acute Respiratory Distress. Doctor Perry, Plastic/Burn surgeon, and Doctor , lung specialist, consulted to determine the best course of action. Doctor Perry did a broncoscope to see if the Trach was source, it needed to be replaced. The trache was not the entire source of her breathing problems, but it was imperative that it was replaced. They removed a tube from her nose, as that could be a source of an infection. The medication will be admistatored by intervinsely. They scheduled the removal of inline pic but that was delayed until tomorrow and that is because it has to be done by a special group. Blood clots could be the source, legs and arms are clear, the lung has a small clot. There could be other locations. They are going to increase her Heperion dosage. She will continue on the Vent for the next couple of days. This afternoon they had her in the Stretch Chair for 2 hours. Tonight her breathing was improved but still has room for more improvement.