Here is what happen exactly one year ago today, on December 21, 2010. My initial estimate of him being in the hospital for 5 – 7 days was, in hindsight, wishful thinking. He spent 3 weeks there.
Ryan Returns to ICU: Respiratory Distress
I’m sad to report that Ryan was rushed by paramedics to the emergency room earlier this afternoon. He began developing a high fever, that topped around 106.8 degrees. His breathing became labored and shallow, with trouble holding his oxygen saturation. He was moaning in pain and just could not get comfortable. His body began to flush.
Chest x-Rays show pneumonia developed in his upper-right lung. It appears we caught it early. The likely cause is from an episode of vomiting yesterday morning. Despite my attempt to clear his airway by deep suctioning, it is almost certain he sucked some of the stomach fluid back into his lung.
He is now in the ICU resting, getting an IV of propofol to sedate him. To protect his airway and deliver oxygen, the doctors inserted a tube down his airway. He is currently on a ventilator. His length of stay will likely be 5 to 7 days, from what we know. Another Christmas in ICU…
Dr. Rodriguez continues to be incredible! He came to the hospital immediately; Ryan was still in the ER. He laid the groundwork for making sure anything and everything will be done for Ryan during his stay.
I am all confused. Is Ryan currently in the hospital or is this a post of what happened a year ago!!!!
My prayers continue for Ryan and his family.
Your one dynamic family. When you are together you are home.
A Year ago.
oh my. I thought that was today. Didn’t realize that post was a recap of a year ago…
Thnking of you all and praying that Ryan has a joyful Christmas morning right there with the whole Diviney gang. Sending you all blessings. love and prayers for a Merry Christmas together. SHSP all the time. We love you Ryan!
Like many here, I had to go back and re-read your opening paragraph. At first glance, I was scared too. I thank God that terrible 3 weeks is in the past and you can celebrate this year’s Christmas with the family being togther at home.
OMG my heart sank…..I thought it happened again!!!!! So glad I woke up and re-read it. SHSP in Morgantown
Wishing your family a blessed Christmas! SHSP
I’m sorry you all had to go through that last Christmas. This year is better, and even though it doesn’t seem big…that IS progress. I think about Ryan, you and your family everyday. I hope you have a peaceful Christmas.
It hurts just to read this! This time last year was a nightmare for all of us. Praying that Ryan will never be hospitalized under conditions as serious as these ever again. Praying for good health for all of you and all of us now and in the future. Take good care of yourselves everyone. Love and Happy Christmas to all.
OMG! You scared the hell out of me! Like Sam, I did not read the “small print” to this post, I went right in for the big print. I am thinking I am reading in real time and Ryan is in the ICU again for Christmas. Thank God this was a posting from last year.
Ken and Family,
I check your blog daily and think about Ryan and the rest of your family all the time as well. It scares me how individuals can be so cruel and wonder who has this mentality… to go out and beat a innocent young man to near death. Today I checked your blog as always and then went back to MSN, my home page, and popped up “three men sentenced for fatal philly brawl” this in itself is scary that there are more individuals out there without any regard for life!!!
hope you and your family have a wonderful christmas in the comfort of your home.
cortney
That post scared the heck out of me – I remember reading that last year and just crying. The picture alone is devastating. I’m so happy you are in a much better place this year and that Ryan is so much better because of the care and love you give him every day. Try not to look back so much – maybe some encouragement from IBRF will help you look forward to better days. I know that’s sometimes easier said then done. Looking at where you are today vs. one year ago, you’ve got to feel like you’re in a better place. Keep it positive, we’re all still here a year later, and will be for the duration.
Ken ,Praying that never happens again and this year you will all be in your own home. No one takes better care of Ryan then you and Sue Hoping your day is calm . Love gail
Hi Ken,
Wow, that is an upsetting memory to recall. And that picture of Ryan just tears at me. I had forgotten it was three long weeks he spent in the hospital. How it hurts. Praying like crazy Ryan will be at home this Christmas with you, Sue, Kari, Duke and Tucker (and secret red mystery cat). I feel your heavy heart — sending you extra love and hugs, you’re not alone Ken, even though it often feels that way.
It is amazing how far Ryan has come in the past year. Hoping that your family will be together at home Christmas morning!! You all deserve the best and like the saying goes, “the best is yet to come.” Merry Christmas!!
Scared me! I didn’t read the first paragraph and thought this had just happened again! Hope today is a pleasant day for the boys of Ashburn! Give Ry a kiss for me on his forehead please. Much love! xoxo <3RKD