Elderly woman treated for breathing trouble, Howell MI
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Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, an EMS unit in Howell, Michigan transported a 93-year-old woman who was experiencing shortness of breath and low oxygen levels. The patient received oxygen through a nasal cannula and fluids by IV. Her condition improved, and she was transported to St. Joseph Livingston Hospital for further evaluation.
Audio|Heard on: Statewide MI Hospital Group Calls
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Transcript:
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St. Joe, this is Alpha 104.
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We're about ready three with a ninety-three year old female.
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Chief complaint say it's shortness of breath.
00:07
Sounds like the patient has been more lethargic, more weak than normal.
00:11
Complaining of a headache.
00:14
This evening, she developed difficulty breathing.
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Eventually, 911 was called upon arrival.
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Patient's oxygen saturation was 86% on room air.
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That's 86% on room air.
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I currently run a nasal cannula of four liters and she's up to 97%.
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No current difficulty or elevated work of breathing.
00:35
Blood sugar and temperature were both normal.
00:37
I do have an IV with some fluids running at this time.
00:39
Other vitals are as follows, heart rate sixty-six, sinus rhythm.
00:43
EKG was unremarkable.
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Last pressure was 111 over sixty-one.
00:47
She is alert and oriented, and we'll be there in about seven to eight minutes.
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So if you want anything further.
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No further questions.
00:55
SO clear room arrival.
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Location mentioned:
Byron Rd, Howell, MI 48843
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