Elderly man found unresponsive with critically high blood sugar in Davenport, Davenport IA
Medical EmergencyA 94-year-old man in Davenport was found unresponsive with dangerously high blood sugar and shallow breathing. EMS quickly established IV access and began treatment with urgent transport underway.
Audio|Source: Davenport and Quad Cities Metro Police, Fire / EMS
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Near 11th Street, 94-year-old male is very weak, non-responsive, and has high blood sugar.
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Hyperglycemia.
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Patient's brother arrived at his apartment,
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and found him unconscious on the floor.
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He occasionally says words but they make no sense.
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Blood sugar is extremely high, over 600.
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Patient has shallow breathing.
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Heart rate 95, blood pressure 101/60,
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Respirations about 25,
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and oxygen saturation is 93% on room air.
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Overall condition is critical.
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IV established and fluids are being administered.
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Transport time to facility estimated at two to three minutes.
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Location mentioned:
W 11th St, Davenport, IA 52803
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