Man transported from nursing home for altered mental status, Charleston SC
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Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, a 61-year-old man from a nursing home was transported to the medical center due to altered mental status and vomiting. He was conscious but confused about the date and had a medical history of strokes.
Audio|Heard on: Charleston SC Hospital Group Calls
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Transcript:
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61-year-old male was responded to nursing home where he is being treated for altered mental status and vomiting. Upon arrival, found patient lying supine in bed.
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He is conscious and alert.
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He is able to answer most of my questions appropriately, though he does not know the year or the day of the month.
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He was also off in counting money.
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He has had strokes in the past.
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Per the nurse, he had altered mental status starting this morning.
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More than usual,
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with some vomiting.
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Right now, blood pressure is 121 over 69.
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Blood glucose level was 179.
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He's showing a sinus tachycardia on the monitor at 108, oxygen saturation at 96% on room air.
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We have about a 10-minute ETA to your facility.
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Any other questions or orders?
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No questions or orders this time.
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Continue with transport.
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Room assignment on arrival.
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Be clear.
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Location mentioned:
Bee St, Charleston, SC 29401
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