92-year-old man falls and has low back pain in Cedar Rapids, Cedar Rapids IA
Please note:
This is not an official report. The headline and summary are generated by automated AI systems from public-safety dispatch audio. Always verify with official sources.
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a 92-year-old man who fell at ground level and reported low back pain. He has a history of a spinal fracture but no numbness, tingling, or loss of consciousness. The patient declined pain medication and was transported to St. Luke's Hospital emergency room.
Audio|Heard on: Linn IA Hospital Group Calls
Listen to dispatch call
00:53
Transcript:
00:00
Hey St. Luke's, this is Adam 51 on board today.
00:02
I have a 92-year-old (name withheld).
00:06
Chief complaints today is going to be a ground level fall.
00:08
Sounds like his legs gave out and he fell straight down.
00:11
Currently experiencing 7 out of 10 localized low back pain.
00:15
He said he does have a previous history of an L4 L5 fracture.
00:19
This is a handful of years ago.
00:21
He states,
00:22
no numbness or tingling below the legs.
00:24
No blood thinners, no loss of consciousness did not hit his head.
00:28
He requested transport without pain medication,
00:32
and what else I have for you?
00:34
Pulse 99,
00:36
blood pressure 147 over 85.
00:40
He is currently 94% on the room air.
00:43
Any questions or orders?
00:46
What's your ETA here?
00:48
We're about eight minutes out.
00:51
Room on arrival, 51 clear.
Disclaimer:
This transcript is automatically generated by AI from live dispatch audio. Dispatch communications may include background noise, overlapping speakers, or rapidly evolving situations, and automated transcription may not capture all details or context.
Location mentioned:
A Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
This shows a Google Street View of the area near the location, which might not be the exact address.
Correct
Incorrect
Note:
Auto-generated from live dispatch audio, which may contain errors. Dispatch calls are not confirmed incidents. Always verify with official sources.
