Respiratory nurse and Willem's nurse took my laying down as a sign that it was time to speak loudly. Harrumph. Respiratory nurse tried a device called an acapella that Willem used with some reluctance. He said this too caused him pain -- pain in his chest in particular. Respiratory nurse seems timid... Keeps asking me what we should do. I want to say "Go get a friggin' candle and have him blow it out!? I dunno... You're the expert!" My take is to keep trying; go slightly past the point of comfort and to keep trying.
How did they mess this up?!
Now he's sporting a fever. They're also administering antibiotics as a preventative measure because of the stomach contents that went into his lungs.
Vitals pretty much the same as before.
Willem -- only days before he was stricken with HLH -- leisurely walking, straw in mouth, not a care in the world. A healthy 9 year old boy.
He's a tough kid!! Thanks for the updates.
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