Applesauce and Pudding

Day 1 after the bone flap replacement, the therapist offers applesauce and pudding to see if Mike has the ability to swallow successfully.  Job well done.  A few of spoons ice chips to see if he can chew…another job well done.  They will continue the tests through Monday to determine if Mike is ready to have the feeding peg removed and begin a soft, spoon fed diet.

Mike’s overall condition is good.  He is awake and is technically out of the coma, but still not responding consistently to verbal commands.  He is aware of his surroundings, tracking with his eyes, smiling at appropriate moments, moving both arms and hands, and moving the left leg but still no movement in his right leg.   He tires very easily and slips in and out of “being there” during those periods of rest.

A representative from the Mt. Vernon Rehab Center will re-evaluate Michael tomorrow to see if he meets the criteria for rehab.  Our hope is that Mike is well rested, alert and strong when he is reviewed tomorrow and will be accepted into the program.  The unfortunate alternative to rehab is transferring him to a nursing home.

We ask for your continued prayers for strength and healing.

Matthew 21:22: “And all things, whatsoever ye shall ask in prayer, believing, ye shall receive.”