With apologies to Steven Spielberg, it was time for E.T. to go home. As important as the ET (endotracheal tube) was in aiding and assisting with ZAC's breathing it did have certain drawbacks, namely it obscured Zoe's face. In addition, Zoe had developed a severe dislike for the device and spent more than a little time attempting to remove it. The first attempt at the ET removal and moving Zoe to a CPAP was less than a rousing success but at the time, the doctors attributed this to her age and level of development/maturity and decided to postpone the removal. Well, December 1st was the new scheduled removal date. Here is what Zoe's proud mama has to say about yesterday's events...
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After a busy Tuesday this is where things stand for our 2 lb and 2 oz little champ.
The doctor called this morning to state that the radiologist saw a decreased size in the ventricles. The clot is continuing to dissolve and soften. They are going to continue to monitor this on a weekly basis.
Also this afternoon they removed her ET tube and gave Zoe the CPAP. She seems to be handling it well, though she will occasionally try to wiggle out of it or get tired of breathing. The nurses are very quick to get her settled or her heart rate back up. We are praying that this continues to go well so she can move forward on the bath to be breathing accessory free.
The remainder of the week will be all about keeping up her feedings and getting her to grow. We are praying that the Lord continue to bless our little girl.
Kimberly
The doctor called this morning to state that the radiologist saw a decreased size in the ventricles. The clot is continuing to dissolve and soften. They are going to continue to monitor this on a weekly basis.
Also this afternoon they removed her ET tube and gave Zoe the CPAP. She seems to be handling it well, though she will occasionally try to wiggle out of it or get tired of breathing. The nurses are very quick to get her settled or her heart rate back up. We are praying that this continues to go well so she can move forward on the bath to be breathing accessory free.
The remainder of the week will be all about keeping up her feedings and getting her to grow. We are praying that the Lord continue to bless our little girl.
Kimberly
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9 comments:
What awesome news! Praise the Lord! She is absolutely beautiful. So happy the breathing is going well with the CPAP!
Thank God things are going so well....She gets more beautiful every day! Keep up the good work Zoe:)
Love & prayers,
Sue T.
We're still praying SO hard for little Zoe, and it brings me to tears of joy that she is doing great!!! God is soooo good! :)
Go Zoe!
Praising and thanking God for his many, many blessings. Grow, Zoe, Grow! We love you so much!
Love,
Sharon & Gentry
I had tears of joy as I was reading the update. God is good! Taking a close look at the picture, I notice that the folds in her wrists are getting plumped out and filled in. Keep packing on the ounces Zoe. God Bless All. Dave & Gayle
Dear Father in heaven, we thankful all the blessings You have given the Casmer especially Zoe's health. We now know that our Heavenly Father has been watching over Zoe. Many thanks in Jesus we pray. Amen.
We think Zoe is just spectacular! Along with all of God's blessings to her - She is joy to watch and hear of her successes - She's a beauty! Take a deep breath and enjoy this successful path God has take her down.
Thank you Dear Father for all of your many blessings on little Zoe and for Phil and Kim. Please keep your holy angels watching over her and helping her to grow into a stronger and stronger little girl.
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