Elderly woman treated after choking in Chula Vista, Chula Vista CA
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Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a private residence near H St in Chula Vista, where a 74-year-old woman experienced respiratory distress following a choking incident during a meal. Friends reported that she temporarily had trouble breathing but was able to clear the obstruction through coughing. She remained conscious and was later transported to Scripps Mercy Hospital for further evaluation. The patient, with a history of throat cancer in remission, reported throat pain but stable vital signs upon assessment.
Audio|Heard on: San Diego CA Hospital Group Calls
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Transcript:
00:00
I have a 74 year old female.
00:03
Chief complaint's going to be respiratory distress post choking episode.
00:07
Looking at Scripps Chula Vista.
00:09
We are about 15 minutes out.
00:16
Coming from a private residence, the patient was at a friend's house having an early dinner.
00:23
Having some soup when she began choking, as friends describe.
00:45
The patient cleared the obstruction with coughing on her own.
00:55
Did not lose consciousness or have color change.
00:57
The patient has been in a constant state of respiratory distress since then.
01:05
Stating it hurts to breathe.
01:09
She’s not necessarily feeling an obstruction.
01:16
History of throat cancer, in remission.
01:47
Oxygen saturation at 100 percent.
02:02
Heart rate of 50, sinus brady, normal for patient.
02:11
No treatment, just observation.
02:15
Emotional support provided.
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Location mentioned:
H St, Chula Vista, CA 91910
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