Long night
As the night nurse was switching shifts yesterday James was pointing to his chest saying it hurt. His respiratory rate was 72. 20-30 is normal for a kid his age. They continued to watch James all night. Around 11 he was working very hard to breath and they decided it was time to call in the on call doctor. She came in and couldn't believe how fast he was breathing. They did some blood gas tests and they came back pretty normal. I laid at the foot of james' bed with my hand on his chest. I tried to mimic his breaths and it felt like I was going to pass out. Not going to lie started to get very worried. The doc came back in at 1230 and said they were going monitor him closely all night and then evaluate him in the morning. So who do you think monitored him all night?--his momma. This morning James' respiratory rate was still around 70. Dr. Salzburg came and spoke to Dan and I about a game plan for the day. His numbers didn't change much so she said she was stumped. His blood pressure and oxygen levels were good but he is working so hard to breath. She said they were going to give him blood and platelets. The blood might help give more oxygen to his blood. He had a breathing treatment and now we are waiting to go downstairs for a CatScan. They want to try to rule things out, like infections or viruses. We will keep you all updated once we figure out what is going on. Please rev up your prayers so we can help James over this speed bump. BELIEVE Dan, Sam, and James
BIG OOOXXXs.
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Keeping james in prayer all the time...I pray for strength and healing everyday for him. He is such a strong little man...sending you big hugs and much love
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It sounds like he was doing so well and he is such a strong little guy that with all the prayers he is recieving, he will get over this speed bump and be back on his way to recovery. Sam & Dan, you both are 2 of the strongest people I know...James is a very lucky little boy to have such amazing parents!! We all belive and are standing behind you guys! love you!!
Melissa, Eric & Nate
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just read the latest blog. praying for James and his mom and dad. love sharon
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haven't stopped thinking & praying for our little man for a minute-hoping today brings some relief on his breathing-I think Superman will breathe a little easier when he sees his pal Dr. Douglas today-
xo Little Man Love YOu More Than You Know xo
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Consider the prayers revved. Thinking of you constantly. Much love----
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Just saw the updated blog on James. Keeping James and all of you in my thoughts and prayers and trust that he will feel better soon. XO Bones
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Hey Sam and Family, I am concerned but also know this is just another small bump for James and he will get over this really soon too. He is a trooper; the original Superman! My love goes out to you all to help get through this. Keep staying positive, I know it is hard.
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