Eric's latest blood gases:
pCO2: 74 (down from 90 this morning, normal range 35-45)
pO2: fine (don't remember what the actual number was)
pH: 7.24 (up from 7.11 this morning, normal is 7.35 - 7.45)
These are the first results after the changes they made to the ventilator about an hour and a half ago. Plus, he started the fast dialysis, which takes 3-4 hours. We're hoping that the numbers keep going in the right direction.
White blood cells are now at 1300, and they look normal! I'm beginning to have mixed feelings about these cells. We need them to survive, but they could potentially cause problems in the lungs (might be why he's having trouble this morning) due to the cells attacking the infection that is already there. This can cause more inflammation in the lungs, making it harder for gas exchange and the release of CO2.
We're not out of this yet and need all the help we can get.
Love,
Melissa
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Melissa and Eric,
ReplyDeleteWe so hope that the white cells are the good guys. Eric deserves a break! We are saying extra prayers today for all of you....as always.
Love,
Chuck and Floy
Melissa,
ReplyDeleteLady and I just finished our prayers and we have alerted everyone in our prayer chain. Can't hurt, right? Lady knows that anyone who has a dog is a good guy.
Love from 411,
Sharon and Lady Ebersohl
I really appreciate the updates Melissa.
ReplyDeleteBarb
Dan and I (along with our parents/ church friends) are still praying for you guys daily! Just saw the 4:50 update, sounds like the new ventilator settings and the dialysis are moving Eric in the right direction. Hoping for much more of that this week!
ReplyDeleteDan and Amanda Campbell