Elderly man transported for possible stroke, Cambridge MA
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As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders transported an 84-year-old man from his home near Camelia Ave in Cambridge to Cambridge Hospital after he showed signs of stroke. The patient was last seen well the previous night around 10 p.m., was found by a relative in the morning, and had right-side weakness and elevated blood sugar. Other vital signs were stable during transport.
Audio|Heard on: Middlesex MA Hospital Group Calls
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Transcript:
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Cambridge Hospital, Cambridge Hospital, BLS stroke alert.
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Cambridge is on, go ahead.
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Good evening Cambridge, we’re coming to you with an 84-year-old male stroke alert, stroke alert, stroke alert.
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Patient is coming from home, last known well at 10 p.m.
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Last night before going to bed.
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Woke up this morning feeling weak.
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Was unable to call 911, found by (name withheld) about 30 minutes ago.
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Patient has a FAST-ED score of four with right-side weakness.
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Facial weakness, right arm weakness and denial.
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Blood sugar 325.
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Patient’s not taking blood thinners.
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All other vitals are stable.
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We’ll be at facility in 5 minutes.
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Do you have any questions?
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Location mentioned:
Camelia Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139
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