Elderly patient treated for breathing distress, Bel Air MD
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Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical personnel responded near Upper Chesapeake Drive in Bel Air for an elderly male reportedly experiencing severe breathing distress. The patient was receiving CPAP support and transported to Upper Chesapeake Bel Air Hospital. EMS noted fluid in the lungs and rapid heart rate, with elevated blood pressure. Condition was stable during transport.
Audio|Heard on: Harford County Public Safety
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Transcript:
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Currently en route to the facility with a 10-minute ETA on board.
00:03
We have an 85-year-old male with a chief complaint of respiratory distress.
00:14
Patient was complaining of trouble breathing that started a couple of hours ago.
00:19
Patient is unable to give a thorough oral history at this time.
00:25
Patient is presenting with fluids in the lungs and all lobes equally.
00:30
Patient is currently on a CPAP.
00:33
With good oxygenation at this point, we have transmitted the EKG to the facility.
00:39
Patient has no known history of congestive heart failure.
00:43
Current vitals are as follows.
00:46
Pulse of 132.
00:48
Oxygen saturation 100 percent.
00:52
Blood pressure 202 over 138.
00:59
EKG shows sinus tachycardia with a right bundle branch block.
01:04
Physician confirmation requested before proceeding with nitroglycerin.
01:18
Permission granted to proceed with nitroglycerin.
01:20
All right, thank you very much for speaking.
01:23
No further questions at this time.
01:26
The other units will arrive in approximately 10 minutes.
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Location mentioned:
Upper Chesapeake Dr, Bel Air, MD 21014
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