97-year-old woman transported after fall with injuries, Austin MN
Medical EmergencyA 97-year-old woman fell at home and was on the ground for about two hours. She has facial bruising and swelling in her right knee. She is alert and is taking blood thinners. She was transported to the hospital for treatment due to injuries from the fall.
Audio|Source: Austin Fire & EMS
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Transcript:
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MCHS Austin from 661 incoming trauma.
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This is Austin, go ahead.
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I'm down to your facility with a 97, that's 97 year old female coming from her residence today.
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Patient had an accidental ground level fall this morning was on the ground for approximately two hours.
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Does have some trauma to her face, some noted bruising and pooling of blood under her eyes. She is alert and oriented. GCS of 15. Reports pain in her facial area as well as her right knee.
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Does have some significant swelling in that right knee. Patient denied any pain medication.
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Current vitals they have for you are a pulse of 71.
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Blood pressure 181 over 100.
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SPO2 96% room air.
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She is positive for... blood thinners and did strike her head when she fell.
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We were about five minutes. So if you have any questions?
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Near 1st Dr NW, Austin, MN 55912
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