I have no medical training so I apologise for anything that may not be accurate
I unfortunately don't own Stargate or any of the characters and am just borrowing them for my own enjoyment.
"Rodney wake up." Dr. Keller called.
"I'm awake. " Rodney mumbled opening his eyes. "Is John ok? Why was he so tired?"
"He's fine Rodney." Keller replied. "His vitals were getting a bit unstable so we gave him a sedative so he could rest for a while."
"Oh that's good." Rodney replied. "Can I get some food? I'm starving. How long was I out this time?"
"You were out 10 hours" Dr. Keller replied. "Did anything happen that I need to be aware of."
"Carson strapped up Johns ribs and wrist." Rodney replied. "Other than that I don' think so. Although he did admit to being in pain."
"He did seem to improve there for a while." Keller recalled. "I'll up his pain meds another bit so he'll be more comfortable. I'll disconnect you in a minute Rodney and then you can go and get something to eat. It's nearly 6 am breakfast should be ready."
"Ok thanks." Rodney replied. "Where is everyone else? I thought they would be here."
"I sent them away shortly after midnight." Keller replied as she started to disconnect Rodney. "Teyla was exhausted and I'm sure Ronon was too. We all are."
"Mmm that's true." Rodney replied. "Have you slept?"
"I got a few hours last night." Keller smiled. "I was just getting ready to come back on shift."
"Oh that's good. I'll ah just head out for breakfast so. What time should I come back?"
"Come back at 9 and we can see how things are looking."
"Ok I'll see you later then." Rodney said as he walked out the door and headed to the cafeteria for some breakfast. He hurried along the halls and when he arrived he grabbed a tray loading it with all the different breakfast foods available. He then made his way to one of the tables near the window and sat down.
Rodney was busy stuffing food into his mouth when Ronon arrived with his loaded tray.
"Hey McKay." He greeted sitting down opposite the scientist.
"Hey." Rodney replied with a mouth full of food barely looking up.
Ronon gave the scientist a quick look and then tucked into his own breakfast. They ate in silence until Teyla arrived a few minutes later with her own tray and joined the pair.
"You normally don't go for a fry." Rodney commented on Teyla's breakfast choice as she sat down.
"Good morning to you too Rodney." Teyla smiled and took a bit of food. "I have a craving for meat."
Rodney cast a quick glance at Ronon who shrugged and they all continued to eat.
"How is John?" Teyla asked when they had all finished eating.
"He's fine. Keller gave him a sedative because his vitals were unsteady so he is resting now."
"That's good his body needs time to heal." Teyla said.
"The sooner he finishes this the sooner he can heal properly," Rodney said. "Dr. Keller isn't sure how much more his body can handle."
"Yes they do seem to be getting more concerned the longer this continues." Teyla agreed. "When are you due to return to the infirmary?"
"Keller said about 9" Rodney replied. "I'm going to head to the labs for a while first. God only knows what they've been doing without me."
"Perhaps you should rest for a while." Teyla suggested. "I am sure Radek can manage for another while."
"Mmm." Rodney replied. "I might. I'll go to the lads first to make sure they haven't destroyed the place and then I'll rest for an hour or 2 before I go back."
"Very well. We will call to you quarters to accompany you to the infirmary." Teyla said as Rodney stood up and gathered his tray.
"Sure." He replied "I'll see you then."
"I'll make sure he gets some rest." Ronon said as soon as Rodney had left.
"Thank you." Teyla replied as she gathered up her tray. "I am going to meditate for a short time I will see you later. "
"K." Ronon replied as he too gathered his tray. "I'm going for a run first then I'll check on McKay. I'll see you outside his room at 9ish."
"I will see you then." Teyla replied as they parted ways.
After his run Ronon made his way to the labs to make sure the scientist got some much needed rest. When he arrived he could hear Rodney yelling at someone.
"Stupid imbeciles. This isn't hard my five year old niece can do it." Rodney continued yelling.
"Rodney." Zelenka interrupted.
"What?" Rodney shouted.
"This has been taken care of." Zelenka replied calmly. "There is nothing here you need to worry about."
"But I."
"Hey McKay." Ronon interrupted saving Radek from Rodney's argument.
"What are you doing here?" Rodney asked. Is there something wrong with Sheppard?"
"Easy McKay." Ronon said calming the scientist down. "Sheppard is fine. I'm here to make sure you get some rest."
"What why." Rodney asked
"Do you want to argue with a very pregnant Teyla?" Ronon asked.
"Ah." Rodney replied. "She is scary. Fine fine. I'll go but I'll be back later."
"I don't need an escort to my room." Rodney protested as Ronon started walking with him.
"You go tell Teyla." Ronon replied with a grin.
"No that's ok lets go." Rodney replied quickly and they both headed towards Rodney's quarters.
"Ok I'm here now your job is done." Rodney said when they arrived at his door.
"You can go now." He said when there was no sign of Ronon leaving.
"I'll be back to get you to go to the infirmary." Ronon said and turned away as Rodney closed the door.
Ronon met Teyla outside Rodney's door at 08:50 and accompanied the scientist back to the infirmary.
"Hello Dr. Keller." Teyla greeted as they approached John's bed.
"Good morning Teyla." Dr. Keller replied cheerfully. "How are you feeling?"
"I am fine. A little tired maybe."
"Well that's to be expected at 32 weeks pregnant." Keller replied. "Why don't you pop up on the bed over here so I can check you over while you are here."
"Of course Doctor. How is John?"
"As well as can be expected. I'll be happier when he is conscious again." Keller sighed
"We all will." Rodney added.
"Ok Teyla." Keller said. "Pop up here and Rodney if you could go to the bed next to John and Sarah here will get you set up."
"Great." Rodney muttered. "I get the nurse."
"Dr. McKay." The nurse said smiling. "Let's get you set up."
20 minutes later Rodney was laying down connected to the machine waiting for Teyla and Keller to return.
"Finally." Rodney mumbled when Keller and Teyla finally walked back into the room.
"Sorry we took so long." Keller apologised
"Is everything ok?" Ronon asked.
"Oh ah." Keller stuttered looking at Teyla and Teyla nodded for the doctor to proceed.
"Teyla's blood pressure is up a bit. Everything else is fine but we need to keep an eye on it as it could become an issue."
"That happened to Jeanne when she was pregnant with Madison." Rodney said getting agitated. "She had problems during birth because of it. Why wasn't this caught sooner."
"Rodney calm down." Keller said. "The high blood pressure is a new development most likely caused by worry for Colonel Sheppard's condition. Teyla's condition is not serious at present."
"Oh ok if you're sure." Rodney sighed in relief.
"I am but it would do well for you to remember to cause as little stress as possible for Teyla. That includes stories of problems from your niece's birth." Keller said.
"Oh ah Teyla I'm sorry." Rodney stuttered.
"Do not worry Rodney." Teyla replied calmly. "I am fine."
"Um just let me know if there is anything I or we." Indicating to Ronon. "Can do to help."
"Just help John get well." Teyla replied.
"Speaking of the Colonel." Keller interrupted. "Let's get him ready."
"Now Rodney if for some reason he is tired let him go to sleep." Keller instructed as she prepared John. "We will sedate him again if we encounter any problems. If he seems weak or is hurting again let him go to sleep."
"I will." Rodney replied. "Is he ready?"
"Yes." She replied moving beside Rodney. "Are you?"
At Rodney's nod Keller activated the machine and injected the sedatives into Rodney's IV.
To be continued.
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