Saturday, March 17, 2007

Update March 17, 2007

Taylor has been transferred back to the ICU at Shriner's. The doctors have not determined the reason that Taylor is not receiving a proper breath with the pacer, so they think that it is best that Taylor remain in the ICU while she remains on the ventilator.

The doctors have replaced Taylor's smaller tracheotomy with a larger cuff trach. The doctor's were concerned that her trach. might be leaking air and that might not be allowing her to get a large enough breath with the pacer. Taylor is still able to talk with her new trach., but just not as easily.

The doctor's plan to start Taylor on the pacer in a couple of days. They are hoping that she responds to her pacer after her diaphragm received a short break from the pacer. If she responds well to the pacer, then the plan is to place Taylor on the pacer during the day and on the ventilator at night.

We will keep everyone up-to-date on Taylor's progress. We appreciate everyone's thoughts and prayers.

12 comments:

Anonymous said...

Hey Taylor
It's your friends from Klamath Falls. Sorry to hear about your breathing problems, but know you are determined to get back on that bike and you will be back in your Shriner's room soon.
Grandpa Doug G keeps us up to date on your progress.
Glad you were able to see some of your friends. I bet you laughed alot!
Stay sweet and hope to see you soon.
Tommy and Ginny Monroe

Tricia said...

Let's hope the stay in ICU is short. Lot's of positive thoughts traveling your way. Always. I see people wandering around town wearing your button.

Have you been able to see the trees blooming? It's so beautiful, and to have the wind blow the petals-
raining down around you...

Anonymous said...

Hey Taylor-
I know with your strength and determination, you will be back to the 3rd floor in no time. Our prayers for you continue and we think of you often.
Lots of love,
David, Courtney & Emma

Anonymous said...

Hi Taylor,
Stay strong sweetie!! We hope you are moved out of the ICU very soon. We are thinking of you always. We miss you and love you lots!!
xoxo
Miss Kerri and Caleb

Anonymous said...

Hi Taylor and Tammy.
Just wanted to say Hi and we Larsens and Hellenthals think of you both every day. Spring break is coming up and we would love to visit and see your new room!

Love,
Kami and Kirsti

Anonymous said...

we don't know each other but my son goes to emma wilson. we think about you every day. positive energy is the best medicine. stay strong! love a tayor parker fan. you are our hero!

Anonymous said...

Just sending some love and happy thoughts your way!! I hope the breathing problems get squared away soon. You sure are tought Taylor, like your Momma! Big hug and lots of good thoughts and prayers from me to you, today AND everyday!

Hugs, Venessa Voyles

Anonymous said...

Hi Talyor,

Hope you're glad spring is finally here. Time for the flowers to start blooming and the trees to get their leaves back.

Try not to worry about being back in the ICU. You're a very strong girl. We're all thinking of you and hoping that things will get back into place so you can go back to your room on the third floor. In the meantime, keep practicing your new words from school.

Lots of love,
The Van Brocklin's

Anonymous said...

Dear Taylor, I just heard about your condition.I am soooo sorry for you.Please know I care about you.I'll be praying for you little Taylor!!! Love your new friend in Chico....Zshenna

Anonymous said...

Hey Taylor
It;s your friends from Klamath Falls again. I wanted to tell you how much fun I had visiting you last week. You are amazing.
I rode Skooter on Saturday, but I am sure I did not ride him as well as you do. Skooter said to say HI and wants to see you soon.
Great to see you and your mom, and come again real soon.
Love Ginny Monroe

Anonymous said...

Hi, Taylor,
Happy Easter! We're sure the Easter bunny knows the way to Shriners. We love you and send many prayers and hugs. Thinking of you all. Love, Cousins Sue and Lyle in Middletown

Anonymous said...

hope youget to come home soon!!!
Love....Hannah Gonzalez