Man treated for infection and swelling in left hand, Eureka CA
Medical EmergencyA 57-year-old man has an infection causing swelling and redness in his left hand and forearm. He has been experiencing these symptoms since the morning and has mildly high blood pressure. He is being transported to St. Joe's Hospital for treatment.
Audio|Source: Humboldt County Law, Fire and EMS - Eureka and North
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Transcript:
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St. Joe's 85,
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Code 2[1] Level 1 Medical[2].
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This is EMT, (name withheld).
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(Name withheld), I have a 57-year-old male.
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Chief complaint of an infection to his left pinky.
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His hand is a little swollen, red,
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and his forearm's a little swollen.
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It's been going on since this morning.
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All vital signs are within normal limits except a little hypertensive at 160.
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110. We are BLS and be at your back door in four minutes.
Police codes explained
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Code 2: Urgent response without lights and sirens (expedite, non-emergency)
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Level 1 Medical: Priority level 1 medical response
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Location mentioned:
Near Dolbeer St, Eureka, CA 95501
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