Post-Op Day 1

We have learned that nothing is simple with Mitchell. He seems to make even the "minor" things significant.
We were very happy to see his breathing tube removed; he's not a fan of waking up to the ventilator. He has been off of it and on regular nasal oxygen since about 9 last night.
He is still in the CICU due to some issues with fluid balance and high blood pressure. We are hoping to see progress as the diuretic medication helps him to remove some of the fluid. As things progress, they will work on weaning his IV medication.
His oxygen saturation has been adequate on 1 Liter of Oxygen; however, he does have some inflammation from the breathing tube, and they have ordered a few doses of a steroid medication. They also ordered a breathing treatment related to some respiratory wheezing.
He had some bleeding from one of his procedures, and his blood count is low. They will recheck his labs in the morning and determine if he will require a transfusion.
An echocardiogram revealed a small effusion (fluid) around his heart. It is small and should not create a problem, but they will keep an eye on it.
We are hoping to see some improvement with his current treatment regimen.

Thank you for your continued prayers.