May 28th: Tuesday was a day to assess.
Karl was beginning the process of waking up. Since being intubated, he was getting very agitated with his breathing tube. This agitation was bring up his blood pressure so he was sedated most of the day.
The doctors were worried about not enough blood getting to one of his kidneys after it was discovered that is creatinine levels were down, so they ordered a renal angiogram. This process took a few hours and we learned the blood flow was actually ok. The concern now is how he is receiving blood flow to his kidney and other organs. The aortic tear caused a false channel (for lack of a better term) where blood has made it's own new path within the aorta walls.
Dad was started on an IV diet for nutrition. He was able to respond to simple commands such as move your toes, but was sedated most of the night. Karl's body went through a lot and he now needs to rest.
Thinking of all of you and you are all in my prayers.
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