Woman stuck in wheelchair with breathing issues, Bartholomew County IN


An 85-year-old woman has been stuck in her wheelchair for at least a week near Shawl Drive. She has developed cellulitis and is experiencing breathing difficulties. Emergency medical lift assist was requested.
Audio|Source: Southeastern Indiana Public Safety
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Transcript:
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Northfront and fire, Resc 20, lift assist[1], near Shawl Drive, near Shawl Drive.
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An 85-year-old female, caller advised she's been in her wheelchair for at least a week, and the wheelchair is cutting into her legs.
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She has cellulitis.
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She's going to be on 3 liters of oxygen.
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Also complaining of shortness of breath.
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She's going to be approximately 235 pounds.
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Being rest of 20, north front, and fire, lip assist, near Shawl Drive, for your timeout, 705.
Police codes explained
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lift assist: Non-emergency request to help lift or move a person; no injuries or medical treatment needed
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Bartholomew County, IN
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