Medical response to cardiac concern at Medical Plaza, North Charleston SC
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Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical personnel responded to an elderly woman experiencing swelling in her legs and shortness of breath near Medical Plaza Drive in North Charleston. Her vital signs indicated a potential new case of atrial fibrillation. The patient was conscious, stable, and being transported for evaluation.
Audio|Heard on: Charleston SC Hospital Group Calls
Listen to dispatch call
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Transcript:
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Good afternoon, Trident. This is Charleston County Advance 36.
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I'm about 8 minutes away with a patient, an 81-year-old female.
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Chief complaint is going to be swelling in her legs,
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pretty significant, progressed over the past three days.
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No prior history of congestive heart failure.
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She's also complaining of some shortness of breath when she exerts herself.
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No other complaints.
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Monitor showing possible atrial fibrillation,
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heart rate between 120 and 140.
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Blood pressure is 163 over 117.
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She's ninety-six percent on room air.
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She does not have a history of atrial fibrillation, by the way.
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Blood sugar is 117.
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Do you have any questions or concerns for me?
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Location mentioned:
Medical Plaza Dr, North Charleston, SC 29406
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