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They put James on two antibiotics: piperacillin for the possible pneumonia that they saw on his x-ray yesterday, and vancomycin in case there is a bacterial infection in his intestines that may be causing his feeding issues.

He is on oxygen, but a very low amount.

He has been having some issues with acid reflux so they started him on Pepcid.

 

Jeff sits in a light green hospital chair wearing a red‑and‑white checkered shirt and holding James wrapped who is wrapped in a soft blanket. A small nasal tube is in James’ nose. Pastel‑patterned hospital curtains hang in the background, giving the scene a quiet, clinical feel. The moment captures gentle, close care during James’ early days in the NICU.
Hanging out with the little man