On ECMO, no news is good news. Andrew spent the first full day on ECMO relatively stable, and thus there's not a whole lot to write about. D was discharged from the hospital and we stopped by Children's for a visit around noon. The bypass machine is actually quite a bit more calm than the high frequency ventilator, so once you get past the three huge tubes in his neck, it's much more peaceful. Because ECMO was handling oxygenation for him, they were able to put him on a normal vent on "rest" settings, lower his medication for blood pressure, HR, and sedation, and just let him relax.
In the afternoon, I visited with my mom, who was very glad to see him. I think actually being in there with him makes everything a little more "real," especially his recovery. The last anyone but us had seen him, he was still blue....and it really helps to see him pink and cute. Unfortunately, the visitor list is VERY limited and strictly enforced, and we won't be able to put anyone but grandparents on. However, we've told Andrew that he has a huge family that loves him very much, and that we'll have to physically restrain you all from visiting at once when he comes home.
It was nice to see him peaceful and resting, but not much happened with his vitals.
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