The BP's diastolic dropping into the 40's, created sufficient concern to return her to the Acute Care Unit to better monitor and diagnose the dizzyness and short breath issue.
Once again, she has more tubes in her than an old radio including a painful wire type catheter inserted in her neck which leads to and monitors blood flow in her heart. Numerous blood tests, echo card, dopelar heart check and x-rays have not yet revealed anything of concern, at least that we are aware of. They want to rule out a heart attack and I am not aware whether that has been excluded or not.
Her plan for the day was merely to stabilize and diagnose. Overall, her numbers have somewhat stabilized with the addition of IV's and other meds. Her demeanor was good and engaged in conversation between drifting snoozes. She asked about cards that many of you have sent and I will take these to her tomorrow.
So, she is still critical (the reason she is in Acute Care) but stable and the plan for tomorrow will be to wean her off some of the meds that are assisting with her BP and see how that goes. Anxiety issues were minimal but we must keep in mind that she was not up walking or having any activity.
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Dear Wayne and Joy,
We can tell Joy is getting the best care out there and has had numerous prayers to offer assistance with her recovery process. As much as we hate the set-backs we rejoice in the progresses that she has made and will make. Following all the doctors orders will continue to give her the best care. Our prayers will continue for all involved and especially for Joy. Thanks for being there for Joy Wayne. You are both blessed.
Love you both,
Dave and Jan
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