Elderly man in Stearns County faces alarming low heart rate, Stearns County MN
An 83-year-old man in Stearns County presents with a low heart rate and first-degree heart block, with paramedics en route and no medications administered yet.
Audio|Source: Benton and Stearns County Public Safety
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We're with an 83-year-old male.
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Heart shows diaphragmatic and cardio concerns,
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heart rate currently at 43,
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initial EKG shows first-degree heart block, sinus rhythm,
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radiating.
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Patient is alert and oriented times four, blood pressure at 120 over 76,
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oxygen saturation at 98% on room air.
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We have IV access with a 22-gauge.
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No medications given yet.
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Paramedics will arrive in about 20 minutes.
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Stearns County, MN
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