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!
Specializes in rehab; med/surg; l&d; peds/home care.
thanks begalli~
no, i don't have time to take off, can't wait till august when i get some more vacation time!
i had to work all week, i'm off the weekend but with two toddlers in the house...well, not much rest to be had!! hoping they go to bed early tonight!!! :)
my dad is recovering nicely at home....
thanks to all for your thoughts while i was going through this experience!!
rehab nurse
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thanks begalli~
no, i don't have time to take off, can't wait till august when i get some more vacation time!
i had to work all week, i'm off the weekend but with two toddlers in the house...well, not much rest to be had!! hoping they go to bed early tonight!!! :)
my dad is recovering nicely at home....
thanks to all for your thoughts while i was going through this experience!!