Thursday - 1 day post-op

Jaimi's had a good day again today. She sat on the side of the bed with Physical Therapy twice today, once this morning and again this afternoon. 5 minutes each time, which doesn't seem very long, but it tired her out a lot. She got pretty dizzy while she was sitting up, and a little nauseous the first time, but both of these side effects are totally normal and expected and should get better as she heals up more. And they both resolved once she was laying down again. Tomorrow's PT goal is to sit in a chair next to the bed, and maybe walk a little bit if she wants to.

She is more awake and less loopy today, but is still on a lot of pain medication, which is also normal. Her temperature has gone up a little this evening, not too worrisome, but it's being closely watched. She is able to breathe deeply with the Incentive Spirometer and respiratory exercises, so they aren't too worried about the low grade fever coming from her lungs, it may just be her body working hard to heal. I hope that's what it is. She has also been able to eat ice chips and drink some water today. Hopefully she'll get to start more fluids tomorrow.

Time to go back to see her for a while before bedtime. I get kicked out during shift change. :) Again - much love and gratitude to all of you for your prayers and support.