Archer has now lasted more than 24 hours on the CPAP. His oxygen level has dropped to the mid 30s. He is tolerating it a little more than yesterday with a little help from Tylenol every six hours. His grunts and cries have become slightly louder. The staff is already talking about possibly moving him to a nasal cannula near the end of the week if he continues to do well. This would be more comfortable for him. The CPAP prongs put a lot of pressure on his nostrils and there is pressure on his head from holding it in place. He has become pretty skilled at wiggling the prongs out of his nose.
Archer also gained a few more ounces, passing the 3 pound mark to 3 pounds 1 ounce. Some of this weight may be attributed to the CPAP equipment.
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