Elderly man taken to hospital after falling at home, Paola KS
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Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, a 75-year-old man in Paola, Kansas, was taken by Medic 141 to Miami County Medical Center after falling at home and experiencing back pain. Emergency personnel reported stable vital signs and no major injuries.
Audio|Heard on: Franklin County/Miami County Public Safety
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Medic 141 transporting to Miami County Medical Center.
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Miami County Medic 141 calling Miami County Medical Center.
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Patient info?
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Good morning.
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This is 141 en route to your facility with a 75-year-old male.
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History of chronic back pain and decreased mobility at baseline.
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Fell several hours ago while changing due to a loss of balance.
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No preceding symptoms, no loss of consciousness, no blood thinners, no head or neck pain, no sudden pain after the fall.
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Gradually increasing pain over the next few hours while on the ground.
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Has some mild paraspinous tenderness.
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The thoracic area.
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We have a 20 gauge established in the left AC and administered 100 micrograms of fentanyl.
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Current vitals as follows: heart rate 88 normal rhythm, oxygen saturation 95% on room air, blood pressure 125 over 72.
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Currently, GCS 15. Will be at your facility in about 10 minutes.
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Paola, KS 66071
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