Hello to all tonight. Clay had a pretty good day. He is having a little problem with his trachea tube. It seems he is generating an excess amount of mucus in his airways and this is causing problems when he is trying to expel it. The nurses have sucked out his airway so often that there is irritation there and they are now getting some blood mixed in the mucus. This is worrisome and they are increasing the breathing treatments with the respiratory therapist. They have increased the humidity in his breathing tube as well.
The physical therapists worked with Clay during our 2:00 visiting hour. With the help of the therapists, Clay walked down to Kermit's room and back. Then, Kermit walked to Clay's room and back. They each raised their little hands and waved to each other. Clay was put in his wagon when he got back in his room. The short walk wore him out, and he was asleep immediately. Carson and Cody wanted me to tell you that they gave Clay two stuffed animals today from "Build a Bear". Aunt Susan (Chance's sister) lives in this area and took Carson & Cody to make a bear for Clay. They have removed the big bulky bandage from Clay's head so he has full sight out of both eyes again. He has learned that when a therapist or a nurse approaches he can quickly pretend he is asleep and they might not do any thing unpleasant. This trick is only good for a little while because they are all starting to figure him out. Thanks to everyone. I hope that all have a good weekend.
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Good to hear from y'all again! I'm hoping to be able to come for a visit before long. My thoughts & prayers are w/ you. Love, Susie
ReplyDeleteWe are so glad to hear that Clay was able to do a little more walking. He is in our thuoghts and prayers.We hope to see him home real soon.God Bless you and your family.The Alemans(J.J. Cheryl, Courtney And Trampas
ReplyDeleteHey, he is doing so good - thanks for doing such a great job on keeping us updated on his progress. Know you have a long haul ahead of you and just want you to know our thoughts and prayers are with you - hang in there, Love, Ralph and Sharon
ReplyDeleteHey! He is doing so good - thanks for doing such a great job keeping us updated on his progress. Just want you to know our thoughts and prayers are with you daily. Know you have a long haul ahead of you. Hang in there - we are rooting for you! Love, Ralph and Sharon
ReplyDeleteHow smart is he? Tricking the nurses like that, little Clay is a smartie pants!! ;o) We will continue to pray for this mucus problem! I know you are all getting so tired of this lifestyle. I woke up this morning and the first thing I prayed was that He would give you the ability to see beyond today. I know it is hard,but I am praying that each day will bring healing! Loving you! Missy and family
ReplyDeleteI love that Clay is attempting to outsmart the nurses! Too cute...and precious big brothers.
ReplyDeletePraying for endurance and comfort for all of you.
Sending lots of healing thoughts...Brooke and family
From California: Cody and Carson have made my day when I think about them going to Build-A-Bear! My grandchildren LOVE that place and I do too. That was an awesome idea you two!! AND Clay made my day big time with his plan to fool the therapists and nurses!! Hope Mom and Dad are getting some rest! Love and prayers!
ReplyDeleteYou're a genius, Clay - learning tactics to keep the enemy at bay. Fortunately, this is a skilled and necessary enemy and it sounds like they are taking good care of you and helping you get better. Keep healing!
ReplyDeleteKids are so smart! I love that he is finding a way to outsmart the nurses! It's so great that Carson and Cody can be with Clay now. They will be his best medicine... Next to Mom and Dad!
ReplyDeleteA little impishness in Clay is a good sign - it might be OK to try to outsmart the nurses - once in a while. It's a sign he is almost back to being normal. Keeping you in our thoughts this weekend! Love, Dawn & Pam
ReplyDeleteClay and parents keep up the great work! It is good to see his spirits are up that is some of the best healing a child can have. I have told some of my fellow nobles here in Indianapolis and we are talking of you on a daily basis. Keep up the good fight and know we are praying for you all the way.
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