UCSF Day 10: March 23

And the word for the day - restless! Peter sat on the side of the bed again today. Better control of his head and body. It is truly amazing how qiickly such a burly guy can become de-conditioned. Less sedation today equals more restlessness. Good news is that he is totally appropriate. Gave dad two thumbs up when dad got here after work...and when asked what he thinks about all this- gve him a salute with a different finger. It is so obvious he wants to say things but with the trache in place is unable to talk - reading lips just doesn't work well and is frustrating for all concerned. Hi is tolerating lower amounts of oxygen for longer periods of time. Kidney function is good after the contrast...and there is no sign of infection in that belly!!!!! Progress even when only baby steps is still progress.