Elderly man transported for breathing issues, Charleston SC
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Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical personnel transported an elderly man from near Calhoun St in Charleston to Roper Hospital due to weakness and shortness of breath that had persisted for three days. The patient had a productive cough, elevated heart rate, and mild wheezing.
Audio|Heard on: Charleston SC Hospital Group Calls
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Transcript:
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This is Charleston County, Engine 8.
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We've got a 15-minute ETA.
00:03
89-year-old male.
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She's going to be weakness, shortness of breath.
00:08
This has been going on for about three days.
00:11
He is congested, has a productive cough, short of heart rate.
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Currently at 120 ventricular pace.
00:20
Occasionally goes into a sinus tach as well.
00:23
Got a blood pressure of 167 over 92, respiratory rate of about 25.
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He's also been on room air.
00:32
We did have some mild wheezing and expiration.
00:37
He's running a liter now.
00:39
and 125 is starting to draw.
00:42
I got a 25.
00:43
Okay, I have 20 in the last AC with an ally running at this time.
00:46
If you are involved with team, any questions or orders?
00:50
No questions or orders.
00:51
I am just coming on the line for it.
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Location mentioned:
Calhoun St, Charleston, SC 29401
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