Update on Papa C 7/1/09

Papa C had his cardioversion procedure today, since he was back in atrial flutter again. They told us they would do it around noon, and of course he couldn't eat anything before hand. They (doctor and anesthetist) finally came in at 5:10pm to start the 20 minute procedure. The atrial flutter was corrected, and what was a 140 beat-heart-rate last night was back down in the mid-80's tonight. His breathing was much less labored, and his appetite was great, considering he hadn't eaten all day. When we left tonight at 9pm, the night nurse GUESSED he won't be discharged for a couple more days, so they can observe his heart rate and be sure it remains in regular rhythm.