gillybob I was so sorry to hear what a dreadful day you had yesterday, especially as the previous couple of days had shown some tiny steps forward. So disappointing and upsetting for you.
I do wonder though if the doctors said anything to you about your husband's reaction to what was going on?
As his sedation had been reduced, could he have been aware enough of the lines in his body, and therefore wanting to pull them out, yet not quite alert enough to take in your encouraging words to him?
I remember a few days go when he was also under less sedation and became agitated and anxious, you were told it was a normal reaction.
Could that also have been the case yesterday?
Although I can fully understand if you don't want to post again for a while I would like to join others who have said if it helps to write it all down, then there are lots of folk on here who are really concerned about how you are doing.