Elderly patient treated for breathing issues, Charleston SC
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Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a possible medical emergency involving an elderly man experiencing shortness of breath and symptoms of pneumonia. The patient, transported from Daniel Island Wellness Facility to Roper Emergency Room, appeared stable with elevated blood pressure and a high white blood cell count.
Audio|Heard on: Charleston SC Hospital Group Calls
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Transcript:
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I have an elderly male with a chief complaint of shortness of breath.
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Patient states he has been sick for three weeks and was diagnosed with pneumonia.
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The patient is coming from Daniel Island Wellness Facility.
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A physician assistant ran a blood test showing a high white blood cell count.
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This case goes as follows.
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Heart rate 69.
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Blood pressure 183 over 97.
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Oxygen level 95 on room air.
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Temperature 32 (unit unclear).
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Lungs have crackles.
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Patient's GCS 15 and alert and oriented times four.
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Do you have any questions for me at this time?
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Thank you.
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Location mentioned:
Calhoun St, Charleston, SC 29401
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