5/31 6pm Update - some improvements - Dr is 'cautiously optomistic'

This afternoon they did a cardiocentesis (Google says it's surgical puncture into the pericardial space for the aspiration of fluid). This has resulted in the removal of over 500mL (that is 16+ oz) of fluids (good news). Her blood pressure is improving enough to where they have taken her off of two of the three meds to control that (more good news). Her kidneys are producing more (also good news). Her temp is down from high 102s to 99 (great news). She is down from 100% ventilator assist to 40% and we expect the ventilator tube will be removed soon - which maybe the best news of all, simply because momma HATES having that tube down her throat. We will keep the news coming via this blog and for my admittedly technology adverse Uncles, we will call with important updates daily. Keep sending the happy thoughts and prayers.