i am not a ICU nurse, so excuse my questions about this. i am a rehab nurse.
my dad is scheduled to have CABGx4 this thursday. his surgeon says he will remain intubated for 24-48 hours after surgery, and remain in ICU for 2-3 days.
i am simply curious as to why they keep him on a vent that long? i simply don't know what to expect regarding his aftercare from surgery, i was wondering if any of the CICU nurses could enlighten me? i would very much appreciate any insight you can give me!
