trip to the ER...
It's been several months since Evan had a breathing treatment, but yesterday he had an asthma flare-up that landed him in the emergency room. He really seemed to be just on the verge of needing to go, and I really think he would have been fine if we could have taken him home, but doctor's orders. :)
On Wednesday, he had a runny nose, and by the time he went to bed he had a tight cough. He woke up at 5:30 the next morning in definite need of a breathing treatment. He had a very rough morning including a trip to the doctor. He was somewhat better by the afternoon, but we took him to the doctor to get his oxygen level checked and they sent us to the ER.
As far as emergency room visits go, this one was pretty simple. He didn't have to have an IV or any injections of any kind. (Praise the Lord...this kid is not a good patient...he doesn't deal well with adversity, period.) Basically he had a triple breathing treatment and then they watched his oxygen level for a while. We watched Cars while we waited and it went by quickly. We were only there for about three hours, and we tried to make it an adventure, so that's what Evan thinks it was. :D
It's been a year and a half since we had to take him to the hospital (for the peanut allergy), and we kept wishing we had taken the camera with us. So this time, we made sure to get his picture. :)
On a Xopenex high...
100% oxygen...that means we can go home! :)
Goodbye hospital!
Please pray for us as we are making some really big decisions right now. Thank you for stopping by. :)
On Wednesday, he had a runny nose, and by the time he went to bed he had a tight cough. He woke up at 5:30 the next morning in definite need of a breathing treatment. He had a very rough morning including a trip to the doctor. He was somewhat better by the afternoon, but we took him to the doctor to get his oxygen level checked and they sent us to the ER.
As far as emergency room visits go, this one was pretty simple. He didn't have to have an IV or any injections of any kind. (Praise the Lord...this kid is not a good patient...he doesn't deal well with adversity, period.) Basically he had a triple breathing treatment and then they watched his oxygen level for a while. We watched Cars while we waited and it went by quickly. We were only there for about three hours, and we tried to make it an adventure, so that's what Evan thinks it was. :D
It's been a year and a half since we had to take him to the hospital (for the peanut allergy), and we kept wishing we had taken the camera with us. So this time, we made sure to get his picture. :)
On a Xopenex high...
100% oxygen...that means we can go home! :)
Goodbye hospital!
Please pray for us as we are making some really big decisions right now. Thank you for stopping by. :)
posted by The Pepin Family | 7/18/2008 07:30:00 PM
10 Comments:
Bless his heart! Asthma attacks are no fun and very scary. He's a trooper! I will certainly keep him in my prayers and you guys too with your decision making! Hugs! Cassie
I am praying for you. God is in control, he is going to take care of you and I truly believe he has something better for you.
Love you guys.
So glad it was an easy "adventure" for Evan--well, easier than it had been before. :)
Sorry, I missed seeing you --it was so hectic trying to see everyone in such a brief and busy time. I hardly even saw my own boys. :)
Love and prayers ~Jeri Lynn
So glad that Evan is okay!! I am praying for your family. Love ya!
Oh Angela, I feel your pain. We have been down that road many times! This last testing, Jackson was allergic to well over 50 foods environmental things, so I totally understand the peanut...breathing treatment...ER visit thing. Glad he's feeling better.
I was just talking about Evan and his asthma this morning, and then I got your email. I will pray for him and for you guys. I hope all works out well for you. Give Evan a kiss for me. Love you guys. p.s. I finally posted to my blog.
He is still cute, despite being hooked up to that breathing machine.
Cassie: Does it bring back nightmares, seeing him in the hospital gown?
Ma: You're exactly right.
JeriLynn: I can't believe we missed seeing you!!!
Alicia: Thank you for praying.
Leah: After the last time we had to take him to the ER (2 1/2 years ago), we started seeing a chiropractor/kinesiologist for his asthma/allergies. He has improved SO much since then. It's a bit unconventional, but it works wonders!!! :)
Aunt Cheryl: I still can't view your Smilebox!! Stupid computer!!!
Chelle: When you're that cute, you just can't not look cute!
Tell Evan I am glad he is alright. He was such a big boy to do all of that! It IS an adventure to visit the ER and be the patient!
See you in the nursery=) Love ya'
Jennie
Jennie: Thank you! He got your card in the mail yesterday...he looked at me in amazement when I told him it was his. :) Thanks for loving him and showing an interest in him...makes such a big difference.
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