Monday night, the doctors made the decision to move Clark to the Medical Surge ICU so he could be monitored more closely. He was having more difficulty breathing and his body was working too hard. His blood pressure increased so he is now on meds for that too. He is also on insulin as a result of increased blood sugar due to both the the steroids and intravenous nutrients.
They situated Clark in his new room Monday night. Unfortunately in the middle of the night, he woke up confused and ripped out all of his lines. His breathing continued to be labored so they woke me up (I was in his room) and made the decision to intubate him. I tried to explain to him what was going on and I think he understood. I told him that his body would be able to relax while the medicines did their job and told him to hang in there. The goal right now with the intubation procedure is to enable his body to receive as much rest and recovery as possible. The ultimate goal is for Clark's body to be healed during the next days/ week so he can be removed from oxygen and able to breathe on his own.
As always, PLEASE CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR STRENGTH AND HEALING FOR CLARK AND CONTINUED STRENGTH FOR ME!
Love, Becky
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Clark Update-Prayers Needed
- By BexterF
- Posted November 4, 2009 at 1:34 pm · 21 replies
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- By pattyp1
- Posted November 4, 2009 at 1:56 pm
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oh Becky -
I know this is tough - but he is really where he needs to be - and that it will be hard on you for a while - but you are right, this will give him a chance to breathe easier while he heals up - hang tough and ask for some of those nice warmed blankets to wrap up in - you need to take care of both of you right now
hugs and prayers coming your way.....
Pat
- By Marylou1
- Posted November 4, 2009 at 2:13 pm
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Becky:
More prayers coming your way and Clark's way. Please try to eat and get some rest when you can. I know it isn't easy, but try.
Much Love,
Marylou
- By orlando77guy
- Posted November 4, 2009 at 4:13 pm
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Yes, you both will be in my prayers again today! I have been following your posts here and I am on your side cheering you both on that you can beat this beast!!!!!! I just got some new Rosary Beads too this morning direct from Ireland!!!
Christopher
- By Munker
- Posted November 4, 2009 at 5:52 pm
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Praying for you. My sister was is a similar situation a few years ago (not LC) but her lungs were so damaged they put her on respirator through trache for almost a month. We were told that she would not recover but once they started the steroids we saw improvement in a few days and she made a complete recovery. I also went through same ordeal with my mother last year, she yanked all the tubes out too! She survived it! I know how painful this is for you now...living hell is more like it..but do not lose hope and know that while it seems like he is suffering, once he recovers he will have no memory of the time on the respirator. Always have someone with him if possible and let him know you are there by stroking his hand, arms or face. Human touch is so important.
Also, now is the time to be his fiercest advocate with doctors, nurses, techs. No one knows him better than you!
- By nanroy
- Posted November 4, 2009 at 6:47 pm
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I just wanted you to know that i am praying for you and clark.
- By karilynn
- Posted November 4, 2009 at 7:28 pm
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Your wish is my command! God bless!
- By brooklynda
- Posted November 4, 2009 at 7:53 pm
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Dear Becky:
My prayers continue for you and Clark. Please try to get some rest yourself. I know how stressful it can be.
Blessings!
Brooklynda
- By cuddles53
- Posted November 4, 2009 at 8:37 pm
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Dear Becky,
You most certainly can count me in for prayers.
God bless Sandy
- By kq182
- Posted November 4, 2009 at 10:05 pm
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Dear Becky, I am so sorry Clark is having such a tough fight, and you are right there with him. I am praying for you both, may God give you strength to love and care for him and give Clark the strength to recover. Please try and take a break now and then, and take care of yourself, I was in the hospital with my husband and I know the stress you are experiencing, it was one of the hardest things that I have ever had to do, as it must be for you, I will continue to pray for you both, Huggs, Karen
- By misself
- Posted November 5, 2009 at 12:35 am
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Yes you can have another prayer for you both.I wish i had a warm blanket to send.What a good suggestion Pat AndiB
- By easterbaby
- Posted November 5, 2009 at 2:13 am
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Becky, prayers and good wishes to you and Clark. He is lucky to have you there with him and for him. As Karen says, take care of yourself too.
- By Sherri2
- Posted November 5, 2009 at 7:39 am
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I will also add both you and Clark to my prayers.
- By jmichelle
- Posted November 5, 2009 at 7:49 am
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I just said a prayer for both of you and will continue to do so! Hang in there!
Jodi
- By 8wall
- Posted November 5, 2009 at 8:12 am
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Becky
That's it stay with him and continue the support..Exactly what my wife has had todo with me..You will pull through this..keep up the tremendous battle..You will pull through.We are praying for you and you will both do it together,Pam
and I are pulling for.
Dan/Pam
- By Kelly_P
- Posted November 5, 2009 at 8:17 am
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Becky,
I'm sure you are staying at the hospital with Clark round the clock - and I wouldn't tell you to do anything different. I understand that caring for Clark is not only the most important thing for you right now - it is the *only* important thing.
So, with that it mind, what can be done to meet your needs? Sounds like you have a great relationship with your oncologist and that is wonderful. Do you also have a close friend or family member (other than Clark) who can listen to you, run errands for you, sit with you from time to time?
You've probably already discovered that the nurses are wonderful, caring people who will do anything they can to help. Don't be afraid to ask for whatever you might need. I became particularly fond of those "readi-bath" sheets.
Your strength is an inspiration and I'm praying for you both.
Kelly
- By pw
- Posted November 5, 2009 at 10:15 am
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Hi Becky-
My husband went through a similar situation....Keep the faith,, take care of yourself as well and know that everyone is praying very hard for Clark and YOU also.
Prayers and Hugs coming your way-
PW
- By TheHmip
- Posted November 7, 2009 at 12:55 pm
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Clark is in good hands and sounds like he is being well taken care of. I now worry about you and your health and well-being. I know you are with Clark 'round the clock...but you need support also. I hope you have someone with you also to help you so you can give Clark the emotional support he needs. Even tho I am on the West Coast, my spirit is there with you...lean on me if you need to; I will hold you up. My prayers will continue for both of you
Analee
- By rebaj
- Posted November 7, 2009 at 5:32 pm
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Becky,
Pulling together as a prayer community for you both. May God give you strength to carry on.
Reba J
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