Elderly man treated for breathing difficulty en route to hospital, Charleston SC
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Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, an elderly man was treated by Charleston County Medics for breathing difficulties and low oxygen levels. He was given oxygen and transported to St. Francis Hospital for further care. The patient showed signs of slight lung congestion and was coughing up yellow-tinged sputum.
Audio|Heard on: Charleston SC Hospital Group Calls
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Transcript:
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Charleston County Medics 7 to St.
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Francis.
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Good morning. Ramirez. Good morning.
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Round near facility.
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ETA is about 10 to 15.
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On board we have an 80 year old male.
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He is experiencing shortness of breath.
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Room air oxygen saturation was about 95.
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We have two liters oxygen for comfort.
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He is sitting at 97.
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Respiratory rate is 16.
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Blood pressure is 162 over 100.
00:34
Heart rate is 97.
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Lung sounds are clear and equal in the apexes, but there is slight congestion in the lower lungs.
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Patient has been coughing up some yellow-tinged sputum.
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Any questions or orders at this time?
00:54
No questions or orders for the call to your arrival, same by square.
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Kevin Tuffy.
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Location mentioned:
Henry Tecklenburg Dr, Charleston, SC 29414
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