Day 248 - Electrolytes Too High, Weaning Clonidine, & Changing Feed Rate

Saturday, September 4, 2021 Early Morning : James finally had a bowel movement after 24 hours of not going. It was a large one. 💩 James was able to have a FULL NIGHT SLEEP. His heart rate stayed under 100 for 95% of the night. He was relaxed, calm, comfortable (even though his neighbor was crying bloody murder ALL NIGHT). Morning: James woke up around 7:30a with another large poop. Dad started the morning routine closer to 8am. It begins with soft Disney music for 15-20 minutes. Then open the blinds to let light in. Then play with a few toys. Then CocoMelon for an hour. Then read a book. Then play guitar and sing. Then more CocoMelon. Then toys. Then a nap at noon. (We will see if it sticks 🤷♂️) We had the head of GI come in and briefly examine James. He reviewed a few of the past X-rays and is curious as to what’s causing some much bile to come out of the Gtube. He thinks there may be an obstruction in the d...