Meriah Update (Wednesday, 9pm)

Somer is on her way back from visiting Meriah in the hospital.  Meriah is heavily sedated to keep her still.  Her body temperature has been lowered as part of the treatment process.  Somer said it's kind of scary to feel her so cold.

Meriah is monitored 24-7 by a rotation of nurses; she always has a nurse focused 100% on her.

Meriah's condition is considered stabilized but still critical.  Various tests indicate that she suffered significant oxygen deprivation.

On Friday, they will begin bringing Meriah's body temperature back up to normal.  This process is stretched out over a 12 hour period.  Assessment of possible brain damage will begin after this.

Marti (grandma) said that she thought Meriah squeezed her finger.  When she visits, Marti puts her finger in Meriah's hand, which reflexively closes; but Marti thought that one time there was a bit of a squeeze.

Please continue to pray that Meriah will not have any permanent damage.

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