PA MediaPope Francis remains in a stable condition a day after a respiratory crisis, and spent long periods of the day off the non-invasive ventilation he needed to recover with less intensive high-flow supplemental oxygen.
Francis had no further episodes of bronchial spasms, no fever, was feeding himself and continued his respiratory physiotherapy, actively co-operating, the Vatican said in a statement.
The 88-year-old pope had a good response in his blood gas levels even during the “long periods” he was off the ventilator and only using high-flow supplemental oxygen.
PA MediaBut his prognosis remains guarded.
“The Holy Father is always vigilant” and aware of what is going on around him, the statement said, adding that he received the Eucharist and spent time in prayer.
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