Elderly man treated for dizziness and low blood pressure, North Charleston SC
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Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services transported an elderly man to Trident ER after he experienced sudden dizziness and low blood pressure at home. The patient was stable with an IV in place during transport.
Audio|Heard on: Dorchester SC Hospital Group Calls
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Transcript:
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Hey, Trident, this is Jay with Dorchester.
00:02
On board, I have a 72-year-old male.
00:06
At one point, he had a near-syncopal episode.
00:10
He was sitting at home, had a sudden onset of dizziness and lightheadedness,
00:14
was sweating and had low blood pressure, as per the spouse.
00:19
For me, he's been very stable.
00:21
My last blood pressure was 153 over 94, heart rate of 80, regular.
00:28
EKG is unremarkable except for a first-degree AV block.
00:34
Respiratory status is good, clear bilaterally and non-labored at 18 to 20.
00:38
He's currently setting at 96 to 97% on room air.
00:43
I've got an IV in place and we'll be there in about 10 to 12 minutes.
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Location mentioned:
Medical Plaza Dr, North Charleston, SC 29406
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