Karl's had a lot of different, new and good things happen today -- the first of which was when a nurse specialist came in and used reiki on him. Reiki is an energetic healing technique involving the use of hands. If Karl hadn't been so sore in so many places, she would have laid her hands on him, but in this case, her hands were waved above and around him. The aim of reiki is to balance and amplify physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual energy. It was pretty amazing because his blood pressure and heart rate dropped to very nice levels. Jon, his nurse today, said that most times when the patient is receptive it works. Apparently, Karl was receptive.
Just as she finished, they changed Karl's sedative to one that allows him to be a bit more awake (Precedex). While it threw him for a loop at first, it has really helped him. Both his heart rate and blood pressure have dropped to very nice, pre-surgical levels. They are still doing some precautionary renal stuff, like x-rays, etc. because they think maybe the stents aren't quite where they should be, but he's been given lasix and it has been very effective. In fact so much so that they are going to give it to him intraveneously. This is all in preparation for the probability of taking out his vent tomorrow.
He's also been given his first tube feeding, which caused some pain at first because these parts hadn't been used in awhile (almost a week). But right now he's resting comfortably after having several bouts of anxiety over his breathing tube, for which he faults his big sister. In other words, he's gotten downright ornery and has been making lots of motions and waves and looks of total frustration, anger, and, well, you get the picture. I take this as a good sign.
A Catholic priest also stopped in to meet us. While Pastor Webb has said some pretty nice prayers for Karl, I have to admit, the one the good father offered was worthy of the possibility of the consideration of conversion (but don't count on it Marcy). Karl mouthed the Lord's Prayer and we both had tears running down our faces because we know the Lord is with us. I know He's with you, too.
Blessings,
Kerry
5 comments:
Kerrintha,
I had a surge of elation when you spoke of conversion, and although I am not counting on it, I will remain hopeful.
What great news about Karl. It's so good to hear that he's responding so nicely, even though he's a bit ornrey.
I so enjoy getting on the blog site multiple times during the day. Every day reading it is like receiving manna from heaven.
I love you all so much. Tell Karl that I love him beyond measure. Tell your mom that she too is continually on my mind and that I love her.
Thank you so much for sharing this experience with all of us, your warriors, and brothers and sisters.
Love, Marcy
Kerry, Susie, & Karl,
It was really good to read that Karl is responding so well to the healing process. It was particularly interesting to read about the Reiki and his blood pressure going down. God uses many methods and people to do his work. Sorry you're in the dog house though, Kerry. I'm sure that Karl won't remember why he put you there!!! Hang in there!! Love, Mary (& John)
Hello Kerry, Susie and Karl!
This latest update had a very positive spin on it. So glad to hear that Karl is responding well to the meds and the (non-physical) Reiki. I had heard of Reiki before and I bet I'll do a little googling on it. Very interesting stuff. Take care of one another.
Believe in the faith.
Tons of hugs.
Marcia
Hey Kerry Jo, I am praying for Karl and sending lots of love to all of you. I have known about the blog but today is the first time I logged on and its truly inspiring reading what is going on from day to day. I am behind Karl and his journey. Love to all, Rebecca Jan Kish
Good Morning Kerry, Karl and Susie, I left a comment here last night, must have done something wrong cuz it's not here. Anyway, glad to hear Karl is ornery, that's a good sign! Hoping each day brings less pain. Thank you for keeping all of us informed here on this site. Please know I've been thinking about all of you and praying. Give Karl my love. I love all of you like family. Take care.
Love, Teri Ries
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