November 30, 2010: Finally a good, non-sedated night sleep. Brandon remained so agitated last evening that I left a few minutes early hoping it would help calm him down. His agitation increased after I left. The nurse had to place a halter restraint on him to help keep him in bed. With the restraint in place, Brandon became more relaxed then more lucid.
He told the nurse his throat hurt. Brandon seemed confused about what was going on and where he was. They talked about being in the hospital and the treatment he was receiving. Following the conversation, Brandon relaxed and went to sleep for most the night. The nurse was even able to loosen the restraints to allow more movement. When I went in this morning, he was sound asleep, (Brandon - not the nurse), no self induced stridor.
Kassi is adjusting to being bruised, broken and beat up. It is tough for her trying to heal and helping Brandon heal. With all her concern for Brandon, I think she has forgotten she was seriously injured herself and needs rest and time to heal. I hope the change to rehab will allow her the opportunity to rest and heal. The rooms there are more conducive to her needs when she visits. It will also allow Branson the opportunity to see his dad for the first time in ten days. It should provide a great motivation for Brandon.
I will turn the watch over to Leanne this morning and return to Hurricane. She will also take over the blogging this afternoon. We have three children who need to return to school and I have a few things I need to accomplish prior to returning to IMC later this week. I am hopeful they will move Brandon to the rehab floor early this morning. The STICU is slammed (another one of those medical terms) and they really need the bed. If Brandon is moved before we leave, it will allow Matt and Chandler the opportunity to see their brother.
We all have a long journey ahead while we patiently watch Kassi heal and discover who this new Brandon will be. Each great journey begins with a small step. We thank Father daily for all your prayers which help Brandon and Kassi take those little steps everyday.
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