Rep. Giffords gave "thumbs up sign" to doctors

[rainbow4321]

http://www.kpho.com/news/26430568/detail.html

Doctors said Monday that Arizona Rep. Gabrielle Giffords' had given a thumbs up sign and tried to grab her breathing tube - heartening developments two days after surgery for a gunshot wound to the head.

Dr. Peter Rhee said surgeons had seen many encouraging signs. On Sunday and Monday, Giffords was able to respond to a verbal command by raising two fingers with her left hand.

"When she did that, we were having a party in there," Rhee said. And even while sedated, she has reached for her breathing tube. "That's a purposeful movement. That's a great thing. She's always grabbing for the tube," Rhee said.

[Catherina]

1. Good news. Thanks. Rec'd n/t

[Vegas_Baby]

2. Great News!...I feel more optimistic for her!

[BeyondGeography]

3. That's a strong person

from my unscientific POV.

[patrice]

4. Thank Goodness!! nt

[Cleita]

5. Looks like that government health care is working

very well for her. Governor Brewer please take note.

[Jamastiene]

6. Sounds like great news to me. n/t

[demokatgurrl]

7. Amazing, wonderful news, thanks. n/t

[Moosepoop]

8. K&R and ...

:thumbsup:

[bluestate10]

9. Wonderful news.

It shows that Giffords has extensive situational awareness. The chances of her making an impressive recovery looks better.

[Blue_Roses]

10. awesome news!

I continue to pray...:-)

[nadinbrzezinski]

11. Boys SECURE that tube

and yes that is more than just encouraging.

She, most likely, will be as wel as you can expect. She will have some issues... hopefully minor.

[NotThisTime]

13. my thought exactly, secure the tube.... I agree hoping for the best outcome

[DeadEyeDyck]

12. thank God

[RamboLiberal]

14. There was a report this morning on ABC story

When asked by her husband to hold up two fingers she gave the peace sign. I'm glad to hear this encouraging news.