Medic transports dialysis patient with hypertension, Fayetteville NC
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Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, a Harnett County medic transported a dialysis patient from Cumberland County to a medical facility after the patient experienced shortness of breath and very high blood pressure. The patient, who undergoes dialysis several times a week, reported fluid overload and swelling. The patient was alert and oriented during transport.
Audio|Heard on: Hoke NC Hospital Group Calls
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Transcript:
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Okay, PRN, this is Harnett County Medic 4 en route to your facility with a Cumberland County resident who's 10 to 15 minutes ETA.
00:07
Chief complaint is going to be shortness of breath.
00:09
The patient states that they feel like they have some fluid overload.
00:11
The patient is a dialysis patient, normally goes Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.
00:15
Last full treatment was Saturday.
00:18
The patient is alert and oriented times four.
00:21
Blood pressure was 247.
00:25
Over 153, 247 over 153.
00:28
Respiratory rate is 28.
00:33
End-tidal CO₂ showing 24 and oxygen saturation showing 95% on room air.
00:38
Heart rate is 98.
00:39
Lung sounds are clear and equal bilaterally.
00:42
The patient does have some bilateral lower extremity swelling with new pitting at this time.
00:48
Do you have any further questions or comments?
00:50
Age and ETA.
00:54
Number withheld and ETA of 10 to 12.
00:59
Go copy, Harnett 4.
01:01
Please lead charge upon arrival.
01:04
Copy.
01:05
Lead charge upon arrival, Harnett 4 clear.
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Location mentioned:
Owen Dr, Fayetteville, NC 28304
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