Dr Kim and Dr Khalessi have spoken together regarding treatment and have come to a conclusion. Raena is highly medicated in a medically induced coma without using pentobarbital for now which would put her into a deep deep coma. If her vitals stay good they won’t need to do that. If her brain pressure doesn’t increase to acceptable levels they will need to go ahead with the pentobarbital and use an EEG computer to monitor brain waves. This is a last resort but still may be needed.
They are slowly reducing her core body temperature by about 3°F to reduce brain activity.
Raena will be in a deep sleep for an unknown amount of time, possibly 5 to 10 days but it really depends on how her brain responds to this procedure.
She will have drugs to counteract her body feeling cold so it won’t shiver and create more muscle movement than needed. An antidiuretic will be used to draw fluids from the brain to help reduce swelling.
I don’t know if visitors will be allowed to see her or not, but I will let everyone know soon. I will be spending the weekend here while Nikki takes care of the girls altho we may rotate shifts throughout the weekend.
I can always see people in the cafeteria or waiting room and probably wouldn’t mind a few visitors, just text me if you decide to come to make sure I’m either awake or here.
My cell is 714-884-8087
Steven (scared but hopeful Dad)
I am a relative of Alex Bever, one of Raena’s school friends. My heart goes out to you and your family. I have asked my Facebook friends and my church choir to pray for her.
Julie
Raena is constantly in our thoughts and prayers, as well as you, Nikki, and the girls.
Poor sweet baby girl. Praying daily for her strength and full recovery.
Praying for a complete recovery for
Raena.
Chuck Jensen
Steve and Nikki,
We are still praying! Please let us know if u need anything!! The Henderson Family