Male patient with dementia treated for breathing difficulty, Henderson NV
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Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, paramedics responded to a 91-year-old male with dementia who had ongoing shortness of breath after being discharged from hospitalization for aspiration pneumonia. His oxygen levels were low, and he showed signs of respiratory distress. Emergency staff are providing treatment during transport to a medical facility.
Audio|Heard on: Clark NV Hospital Group Calls
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Transcript:
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Paramedic unit en route code 3 with a 91-year-old male with dementia and respiratory distress with shortness of breath ongoing for the past week since discharge from aspiration pneumonia; he has bilateral rales and is nonverbal.
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Vital signs: heart rate 110, sinus tachycardia, blood pressure 112 over 55, respiratory rate 30.
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Initial oxygen saturation was 55 percent on two liters at home, then 72 percent on his non-rebreather mask.
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Preparations for breathing assistance are starting now.
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Arrival expected in about 10 minutes for further evaluation.
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Location mentioned:
St Rose Pkwy, Henderson, NV 89052
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