The last five days have been incredible! Michael's recovery has been so inspiring! Here's the lowdown:
DAY ONE - Thursday
A mere 30 or hours or so after receiving the transplant Michael sat up, with his legs hanging over the edge of the bed. His breathing tube was removed the night before. Hands & feet are warm. Amazing!
DAY TWO - Friday
We arrived at the hospital to find Michael sitting in a chair! Pre-transplant his original heart was pumping 1.4 litres of blood with each beat. On Day One, it was pumping 4.3 litres of blood. Today it was pumping 2.8 litres of blood with each pump. With medication, his blood pressure was 110/71. The doctors are happy with his progress.
DAY THREE - Saturday
Can you believe, he took a walk around the nurse's station? Swan catheter removed. Michael really seems to be motoring along with his recovery! We have much to celebrate!
DAY FOUR - Sunday
Michael was able to be wheeled out of CVICU so he could see his children in their Halloween costumes. A happy time for all!
DAY FIVE- Monday
Today Michael was moved to the 10th floor - the transplant ICU. He is still receiving an intense level of care. However, these nurses don't specialize in cardiac care, rather transplant in general - usually hearts, lungs, kidneys & livers. His blood pressure was on the lower side - 103/63 without medication. Michael was very cognizant & lucid tonight. He was also very grateful for receiving the organ & having this life-saving opportunity [as we all are!].
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