Elderly woman declines hospital transport, Newark DE
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Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, a basic life support crew responded to Christiana Hospital in Newark for a 73-year-old woman reporting hip pain. She was briefly confused but later alert and oriented. After assessment, she declined hospital transport, and medical staff documented her informed refusal.
Audio|Heard on: New Castle DE Hospital Group Calls
Listen to dispatch call
01:23
Transcript:
00:00
Good morning, Christiana.
00:02
This is BLS unit B nine on scene with a 73-year-old female requesting acknowledgment of her refusal.
00:21
Upon arrival, the female was laying supine in bed.
00:26
The bottom of her apartment.
00:30
Initially a bit confused but improved.
00:35
The patient had no other complaints besides hip pain.
00:41
Patient moved to her couch.
00:46
Vitals are 126 over 86 blood pressure.
00:51
Heart rate 99% on room air.
00:56
Patient initially disoriented but now answering questions appropriately.
01:05
Standing by for any questions or concerns.
01:08
This is unit number (number withheld).
01:10
The patient is alert and oriented.
01:13
Risks of refusal explained including potential complications.
01:20
Diagnosis is okay for refusal.
01:22
Box number (number withheld).
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Location mentioned:
Ogletown Stanton Rd, Newark, DE 19718
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