Today Patti again has been doing most of the breathing on her own with the machine providing a little assistance, however based on several predictors of successful weaning -> while improved from yesterday, it seems Patti will still need 1-2 more days before attempting to remove the breathing tube. Today will continue to exercise her lungs & breathing muscles and rest at night, then will try again 6/28/09. The doctor is hoping that after the fluid is completely drained that the lung will expand better and allow her to breath on her own.
A pleasant suprise -> Without being asked Patti's 2-year old great-grand daughter Jasmine prayed for Patti during dinner time "please help 'pootie' well, ribs hurt, amen." Patti smiled when hearing about her little prayer. Please continue praying for Patti's encouragement during her expected long road to recovery.
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