Comfortably Numb

McKenzie is resting comfortably now. She's being kept sedated so she doesn't rip out anything important, her artial line springs first to mind. Her night and moring were a little eventful. The Versed and Fentinil meant to keep her quiet was working sporatically. At one point she was arching her back and planting her feet as though she were trying to leave her bed. Can't blame her, but it became necessary to give her meds to paralyze her as well. It wasn't the best of options, and now she's on Chlorohydrate, an oral, long lasting sedative that should keep her resting as the staff slowly weans her off of oxygen and other meds and allow her to find her own balance point.

She is an angel sleeping and we know that she'll be one angry customer when she starts to really wake up. But a feisty attitude is what has gotten her this far, and both of us are waiting to get back our stubborn little girl.
Dale

16 Message(s)

Posted Apr 14, 2009 10:49pm

by Laura Davenport

Sounds like she is a toughie, hanging in there like her usual self. It's good to hear she still has her spirit. Praying you are all able to keep her comfortable and she can heal quickly!
Heart hugs,
Laura and Lily
cp: lilygrace2

Posted Apr 14, 2009 10:14pm

by Kathleen Angeli-Voyt

You all remain in my thoughts and prayers. Take great care!

Posted Apr 14, 2009 7:29pm

by June Spriggs

Izzy's spirit will get her through this. Wonder who she gets that from?
Love, June, David and Kristen

Posted Apr 14, 2009 5:50pm

by Char Mazeppa

Hugs to you both, the waiting is so tough...she will amaze you! Prayers always, Aunt Char, Uncle John and the girls

Posted Apr 14, 2009 5:34pm

by JOY K

This sounds so much like Jilliann's 6 month surgery. We too ended up on the Chlorohydrate, but they waited till she had arched her back, bucking like a bronco for 2 weeks. I am so glad to hear that they are making Mckenzie comfortable. I know how hard it is to go through all this, soon she will be your little spitfire again, crawling all over getting into things. What a wonderful site that will be- right! Take care and Heart hugs, Joy and Jilliann cp sillyjilly07

Posted Apr 14, 2009 5:25pm

by Kim K

good girl! still praying!

Posted Apr 14, 2009 3:38pm

by Jessica Twigg

We are praying for you guys at Mott too. Would love to come and see you guys and finally meet you. Ethin is doing well enough that I would be comfortable to leave him for a few hours if you would like a visitor. They paralyzed Ethin a lot in the last few weeks but you already knew that. Let me know about coming. Praying for you guys and sending love and hugs your way, Jessica

Posted Apr 14, 2009 2:12pm

by Sundie Guttovz

Way to go McKenzie! The memories!!! I pray all goes well and that you all don't experience any rollercoaster rides... just smooth sailing!!! Hugs and best wishes, Sundie & Sydnie

Posted Apr 14, 2009 12:07pm

by Tamara Recker

Continueing to keep her in my prayers and postivie thoughts. Thanks for the updates. Hope you are getting some rest.

Posted Apr 14, 2009 12:02pm

by Traci Lisa

Wow- that sounds exactly like Cassidy. After her last surgery she was on the Chloro and they had to put weights on her arms too so she would stop pulling her IV out.
That's so true about their feisty attitudes. Izzy's feisty attitude is what will get you guys home really soon.
Take advantage of the great ICU care and get a cup of coffee, hold hands and take a walk. You deserve a moment to yourselves.

Posted Apr 14, 2009 11:49am

by Nicole Nauer

Thank you for the update. It sounds like things are going well. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Nicole

Posted Apr 14, 2009 11:44am

by Mike Reynolds

Dale,
Izzy's feistiness is a good sign, and we wish her and you all the best.
Mike Reynolds

Posted Apr 14, 2009 11:43am

by Andrea Welch

Sounds like she is a fighter. Thanks for the update.
Andrea

Posted Apr 14, 2009 11:28am

by Karen Kaiser

Thank you for the updates. You are all in our thoughts.
Early Intervention Staff

Posted Apr 14, 2009 11:09am

by Bonnie Russie

Melonie and Dale:
Thank you for the update; we are praying for your little one!
Robert and Bonnie Russie

Posted Apr 14, 2009 11:07am

by Liz Munroe

Thanks for the update. Continuing to keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Love Aunt Liz