Elderly man with COPD treated for breathing distress, Towson MD
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Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, baltimore County paramedics transported a 78-year-old man with a history of asthma and COPD to St. Joseph’s Hospital after he experienced severe respiratory distress and low oxygen levels. He received CPAP, nebulizer treatments, and Decadron while en route. His condition was stable but required ongoing respiratory support.
Audio|Heard on: Baltimore MD Hospital Group Calls
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Transcript:
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Hi St. Joseph’s Hospital, this is Baltimore County Medic 14.
00:02
No physician needed, infant only priority one, respiratory distress.
00:06
ETA approximately nine to ten minutes.
00:11
On board, I have a 78-year-old man.
00:14
History of asthma and COPD.
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Long list of medications will be provided upon arrival, no allergies.
00:21
Reports indicate the patient has been experiencing dizziness recently.
00:24
Spells and falls over the past few weeks.
00:26
Having worsening breathing trouble for the past few days.
00:30
Upon arrival on scene.
00:32
He was unable to speak in full sentences and appeared pale.
00:35
No audible lung sounds or movement detected.
00:40
He had an oxygen saturation of 70 percent with a high breathing rate.
00:46
Blood pressure 140 over 79, heart rate 84.
00:53
He is receiving CPAP and Duo Neb treatment.
00:59
IV established.
01:01
20-gauge in the right forearm.
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He received 15 milligrams of Decadron.
01:05
End-tidal CO₂ was 23.
01:09
Continuing IV and nebulizer treatment as needed.
01:16
No further questions; will check in again soon.
01:20
Repeat request for ETA.
01:24
Acknowledged.
01:30
Thank you.
01:33
See you. Thank you.
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Location mentioned:
Osler Dr, Towson, MD 21204
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