Paramedics treat patient for cardiac emergency in Maryville, Maryville IL
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Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medics in Maryville treated an adult patient being transported to Anderson Hospital for a possible cardiac emergency involving irregular heart rhythm and low blood pressure. Paramedics attempted cardioversion during transport after initial treatment for tachycardia and fainting proved unsuccessful. The patient remained conscious, and further medical intervention was prepared upon arrival at the hospital.
Audio|Heard on: Madison IL Hospital Group Calls
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Transcript:
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Anderson Hospital, Anderson Hospital, Maryville, medics inbound.
00:10
Male patient with generalized weakness and fainting episode prior.
00:16
Patient has an extensive cardiac history with atrial fibrillation and rapid heart rate.
00:20
Initial rhythm shows narrow complex tachycardia around 175 to 180.
00:25
Vagal maneuver was unresponsive.
00:27
Tried six of adenosine, no improvement.
00:37
Depending on next blood pressure, may attempt cardioversion.
01:09
Attempted synchronized cardioversion at 75 joules with no effect.
01:41
Per ER physician, proceed to cardiovert at 100 joules.
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Location mentioned:
IL-162, Maryville, IL 62062
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