Jared arrived here in the ICU last night at about 1:30 or 2:00 in the morning and has been doing well ever since. They were just waking him up as we came into the room and it was so fulfilling to see him. He has more machines and tubes hooked up to him than I thought were possible. They have a breathing tube through his mouth which he does not find very comfortable. In addition to the breathing tube is a feeding tube through his one nostril and another tube to hold up the repairs done inside the nasal cavity. We had a moment early this morning where he became very agitated with the breathing tube and they had to sedate him pretty heavily just to get him calmed down. Since then we have not had any big events. It is quite the sight I must say.
They require post operation imaging in addition to the ones done prior to the surgery. They performed a CT scan early this morning and will send him for an MRI this afternoon. Following the MRI they are hopeful that the breathing tube will be removed.
The neurosurgeons have come in to perform some neurological testing and so far so good. He is able to squeeze with his hands, move his toes and lift his legs. They checked his eyes and the left eye still did not follow far to the left side of his vision, but the surgeons did not expect this to be corrected this soon if at all. We are just grateful to have this mass out of his head and hopefully things will correct themselves in time.
Well in writing this he has awakened again and was watching WallE for about two minutes, but is now asleep. I think that movie about put me to sleep in about two minutes when I first watched it. Maybe next we could have them play some old BYU football classics and that would for sure knock him out.
Well it breaks my heart to see Jared in this condition, but we are so excited for his recovery and can't wait to be able to carry on a conversation with him, not that he has been much for conversation in the past.
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Thank you for the wonderful updates. It has been a blessing to know how Jared is doing every step of the way. We are so glad he is doing well this morning. We love you guys! You are in our thoughts and prayers.
ReplyDeleteStacey and David
We are so glad that things are going so well for Jared. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family each and every day!
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Dan and Mindy Stubbs
Hang in there Jared! You're doing great! I'm trying to find a comeback to your Dad's BYU comment, but so far I can't think of one. . .
ReplyDeleteCraig
What a night! Way to go Jared! I am grateful that part of the journey is over for you. I too have been praying for the Lord to guide the surgeons hands and am humbled by the proof that He did.
ReplyDeleteBYU games always do that to me too. If you want someone to stay awake its always a sure bet to put on some Good ol' Aggie basketball games :)
Slamming BYU means Andrew is feelig pretty optimistic. Posting his commment is even making me drowsys.
ReplyDeleteGof Bless You Jared!!!! love Grandpa Becl/
Grandpa is really tired :) get well soon Jared
ReplyDeleteGrandpa Beck and I are so grateful for again another miracle and true Grandpa didn't sleep last night thinking and being so grateful for the blessing of this whole ordeal so far. We are so happy for we know that through continued faith and prayers Jared will be healed and will have a wonderful happy life to look forward too. The Lord is so good to us and we love the gifts we are being given at this time. Bradley and Elle are being angels and are being so blessed as well. God bless the 3 of you we pray. Love Grandma Beck (Leslie)
ReplyDeleteWe're neighbors of Chris and Myra and we just wanted to let you kown, we've been keeping you all in our prayers.
ReplyDeleteI can only imagine what it must be like as a parent to watch your child hooked up to machines and feeling discomfort. I'm sorry for this whole ordeal but so thankful that you found the help you needed. It sounds like Jared has excellent surgeons- I am amazed at what they can do. I know these miracles are only performed by the grace of God. And the miracles will continue as Jared heals.
ReplyDeletePlease know that you are all I think about. Give Jared a kiss from me!
Sam prays for Jared constantly. As soon as Jared is conscious let him know that Sam has plans to come see him! Love you!
Hey guys...this is Danny & Rachel Clegg. Myra told us about this great blog and we're so glad to be able to keep updated with Jared's recovery. We just wanted you to know we are praying for Jared and your sweet family. We love and think the world of you guys.
ReplyDelete-Rachel