More blood tests have been taken on Rene recently, only to discover that he has infection in his blood ("Bacteremia"). This infection causes Rene to have spontaneous shivers and trembling of being cold which often lasts for 45 minutes, and cause his blood pressure to rise and breathing to become rapid. Due to this serious condition, Rene was admitted last night (Wed. night) back into the Intensive Care Unit with an intravenous line of antibiotics to help destroy the toxins in his blood. He will have this IV of antibiotic medication for the next 7 days. The "Rapid Response Team" of Sutter General Hospital is watching Rene closely around the clock, and ready to administer to his medical needs.
An oxygen mask is now over his mouth and nose to supply him with more oxygen. Rene has been so calm and good natured through each of these "very uncomfortable and terrifying episodes"; he has been a most gracious "guest" of the ICU department and they are giving him such personable and efficient care. Rene is in Room 3418 on the 3rd floor of the ICU.
This has been a setback in his progress, but we have peace and comfort in knowing that Rene is in the best care of competent doctors and ICU staff.
PLEASE continue to pray that Rene's blood infection is controlled and diminished and that he may be feeling better again soon. Please ask God to grant him inner courage, through his calm exterior.
"Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil; for you are with me;
your rod and staff- they comfort me."
Psalm 23: 4
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Hi Rene: From Cousin Cathy, wanted to let you know we are all praying for you, just talked to cousin Susie Serna, she also says hi and her family is also sending you positive wishes and prayers!
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