90-year-old with dementia attacks caregiver, Sahuarita AZ
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Family OffenseA 90-year-old man with dementia and altered mental status physically attacked his caregiver, causing minor injury. Emergency responders were called to a location near South Placita Octubre.
Audio|Heard on: Valley Emergency Communications Center
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Transcript:
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Engine 155 and Paramedic 855.
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A known medical problem.
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At near South Placita Octubre.
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We advise, we have zero readings on the gas monitor.
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What's our UTIA?
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The Southwest gas advised 25 to 30 minutes.
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Five altered mental status near South Placita Octubre,
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near South Placita Octubre.
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90-year-old male is altered.
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Physically attacking the caregiver,
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caregiver also has a minor injury.
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Patient has a history of dementia with sundowner.
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Requesting transport, 0854.
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Location mentioned:
S Placita De Plata, Sahuarita, AZ 85629
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