Well, we've passed the 4-week mark, and my friend is STILL in ICU.
A brain injury is a terrible thing.
It's an important reminder that you can severely injure yourself, even WITH a properly fitting helmet.
Good news is, he has moments of lucidity, and the doctors say non-family members can visit. So, DH and I are going to try to get there tomorrow after work. His wife says he may recognize our faces but not know our names.
Ultimately, he will be discharged to a rehabilitation facility. Don't know when or for how long. I think tomorrow's visit will be (more) sobering for us.