Elderly man hospitalized after apparent fall in Brainerd, Brainerd MN
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Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, ambulance crews transported an elderly man to St. Joseph Hospital in Brainerd after a possible previous fall. The man reported worsening lower back pain and limited mobility over several days. He was alert, stable, and conscious during transport for further medical evaluation.
Audio|Heard on: Crow Wing MN Hospital Group Calls
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Transcript:
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This is ambulance 537 to one, St.
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Joe ER patient report.
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St. Joe, go ahead.
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Currently en route with an elderly male patient coming from home, living near Hackensack.
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States that he fell approximately six days ago.
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Had EMS come out there to his home to help him to his feet.
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He was not transported and states now over the last six days he's been getting worse as far as pain in his lower back.
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This morning he's been unable to get out of bed and get around.
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Wants to come in for an evaluation.
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Patient is alert and oriented.
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Last blood pressure was 143 over 61,
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pulse in the sixties, oxygen saturation 97 percent on room air.
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Rates the pain three out of ten when he lies on his side.
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Pain increases when standing or sitting.
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We'll be there in about ten minutes or so.
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Any questions?
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Location mentioned:
N 3rd St, Brainerd, MN 56401
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