Possible hypothermia case near Ogletown Stanton Rd, Newark DE
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As discussed during the dispatch call, a woman near Ogletown Stanton Rd in Newark was found minimally responsive after spending the night outdoors. She appeared intoxicated and may be suffering from possible hypothermia and complications from a prior stroke. Emergency personnel are transporting her to the hospital for evaluation.
Audio|Heard on: New Castle DE Hospital Group Calls
Listen to dispatch call
01:51
Transcript:
00:00
71-year-old female was at a party last night with her significant other and was drinking there.
00:05
When they got home, she was intoxicated.
00:07
He tried to help her get inside.
00:09
He left her on the porch; she had some abrasions on her face.
00:16
She stayed outside all night, covered with a blanket.
00:20
She feels cold to the touch but not extremely.
00:23
She is minimally following commands.
00:26
She cannot speak.
00:27
Jaw is clenched, and she has snoring respirations.
00:32
Airway seems controlled.
00:35
Oxygen level was 92% on room air.
00:38
She is on a nasal cannula.
00:40
She can lightly squeeze hands on both sides.
00:43
She is not following other commands.
00:46
She follows with her eyes.
00:48
She is unable to speak.
00:50
She has a history of stroke.
00:52
No blood thinners found.
00:57
Mentioned her medications.
00:58
Heart rate 60, sinus rhythm, blood pressure 90 over 60.
01:05
Considering stroke alert.
01:08
She is not following commands very well.
01:14
Jaw clenched, scan might be needed sooner.
01:17
Evaluation recommended.
01:21
She is outside the hospital stroke alert window; last known well around 10 p.m.
01:25
She was carried onto the porch and found today.
01:32
Acknowledged.
01:34
Assessment agrees that last known well is over 3 to 4.5 hours ago.
01:41
Plan to check core temperature, which may be low.
01:49
They will arrive in 17 to 18 minutes.
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Location mentioned:
Ogletown Stanton Rd, Newark, DE 19718
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