Teen experiences medical emergency after seizure, Charleston WV
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Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded near South Ruffner Road in Charleston for a 13-year-old experiencing a seizure lasting about four minutes. The boy reportedly fell from a couch, hit his head, and had difficulty breathing with bluish discoloration and choking. Medics provided a second dose of rescue medication at the scene.
Audio|Heard on: Kanawha WV Multi-Dispatch Group Calls
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Transcript:
00:00
Connection to medic 436, engine 456.
00:03
Near South Ruffner Road, cross of Round Hill Road and Kesinger Road.
00:09
13-year-old male having a seizure about four minutes now, times 207.
00:16
37 en route.
00:19
36 en route.
00:22
36 en route 208.
00:24
Thirty-seven, did you advise general?
00:28
Thirty-seven, I advised memorial, sir.
00:31
Copy memorial two eight.
00:33
Thirty-six, be advised they're stating he fell off the couch and hit his head.
00:37
He's now having a hard time breathing.
00:43
In route 209.
00:46
Thirty-six calls.
00:49
Four five six.
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Four five two again.
00:54
General pickup, 1st mile.
00:56
Copy 209.
00:59
Measure 436-456, just keep you advised.
01:02
His stomach is turning blue and he's starting to choke on his food.
01:08
Measure 436-455, just be advised he is getting his second dose of rescue medication.
01:16
36 on scene.
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Location mentioned:
S Ruffner Rd, Charleston, WV 25314
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