ICU, Day 31

Mom had more physical therapy today, and has been on the oxygen collar all day. She had the valve on for a little while, and made her first sounds today, but it was a foreign feeling having it on. She had to adjust her breathing because the valve is a one way valve, so she can get air in from it, but has to breathe out through her nose or mouth. With more time, she should be able to adjust to it. She also had a speech therapist come in today, and they worked on talking. She was also able to swallow with the valve on, but they didn't try any food or liquid yet. More progress tomorrow. =)