Monday, April 20, 2009

April 20 Update

Keith has made progress since yesterday. His CT Scan today revealed that swelling was down and his ICP (Intra Cranial Pressure) number was 11. Anything below 15 is normal and good. The brain stem looked good and the Neurosurgeon was encouraged by his progress. Keith has been able to move his hands upon command and his improvements are allowing the hospital to move him from the “one-on-one” ICU unit to a lower ICU. Original plans to wean Keith off his ventilator on Friday have changed due to his progression and rapid improvement. The last word was that they would begin weaning Keith off the ventilator today instead. Thank God for good news!

Keith is a fighter and we continue to pray for continued wisdom for the wonderful medical staff, healing for Keith, and strength for his family. Keith’s wife “Jenny” is staying close in a nearby hotel supported by family and friends. This blog will help ease the many phone calls and text messages that are nearly impossible for Jenny to keep up with. There are many people who love Keith and are looking to give support and encouragement while staying up to date on Keith’s progress.

We promise to keep this blog updated as often as possible.

12 comments:

  1. Get well soon keith...you are in my thoughts and prayers brother.

    Dennis Smith

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  2. Our Family prayers are with you, your Family, and Friends. God Bless Keith.

    James, Amy, Brandon, Brianna Brown.

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  3. My heart goes out to Keith and his family. I am so sorry to hear this upsetting news. Keith is a very respectful,kind,sweet, and nice young man. You are in my prayers Keith!!!!

    I hope you get better soon!!!

    Sincerely,

    LaTishar Coleman & Family
    We send our love and support!

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  4. Get well soon Keith, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers......Lena

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  5. All of us at Grafix Systems are praying for you and your Family, get well soon.
    Randy & Aaron

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  6. Keith,
    I graduated in the same high school class as your brother Jason. My whole household's praying for you. My wife also acquired a brain injury, so my heart goes out to you & the family. Praying for miraculous healing, recovering & restoration.
    Phil Williams

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  7. Keith both myself and the entire Brooks family are praying for your wellness and return. My shirt is tucked in right now also. I cant wait to see you again.My son sends his well wishes to and sends a high five

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  8. Keith you are in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. We know you will get through this. You have a strong soul and God is looking over you to come back even stronger. We miss you and hope you get well soon....Love Rose and Andy

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  9. Keith ,

    You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers . We miss you, and hope you get well soon .


    Leilani Mamane

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  10. Keith,
    you and your Family and all of Pacific/Bowers Ambulance are in my thoughts and prayers. I hope you get well Soon!!!


    Charlotte Madison

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  11. Dean and Donna BaileyApril 21, 2009 at 9:04 PM

    Keith, Family, and the Bowers Family

    We were deeply saddened to hear the news about such a wonderful, caring, and kind individual. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, your family, and friends while you speed to recovery.

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  12. Dear Jesus,
    Divine Physician and Healer of the Sick,
    we turn to You in this time of illness.
    O dearest Comforter of the Troubled,
    alleviate our worry and sorrow with Your gentle love,
    and grant us the grace and strength to accept this burden placed upon our friend Keith.
    Dear God,
    we place our worries in Your hands.
    We ask that You restore Your servant, Keith to health again.
    Above all,
    grant us the grace to acknowledge Your holy will
    and know that whatsoever You do,
    You do for the love of us.

    Amen.


    Keith, you and your family are in our prayers.

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