A BRIEF UPDATE
John was transferred to the Select Specialty Hospital unit on the third floor of the original St. Joseph's Hospital. After waiting the entire day, the transfer took place around 5:30pm - not an optimum time nor executed in the best form, but safely. (The race through the halls is a story for another day!) We have found that each time John was moved it took place just before shift change and after the hours that most staff except the nursing staff was gone for the day. That provides for little welcome or thorough intake.
John slept throughout much of the day, whether because of the newer pain medication or simply the demands and symptoms of Guillain-Barre is uncertain. He is maintaining well on the ventilator. John did do a splendid job when the two physical therapists had him sitting on the bed - even holding his head up briefly! Our specific prayer need is for the nerves that have been (and may be continuing to be) ravaged by the GBS to begin to repair themselves and give John the opportunity to work actively towards a recovery, including a weaning from the ventilator.
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