Elderly patient treated for rib fracture after falling from bed, Wendell NC
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Medical EmergencyAccording to the dispatch call, an elderly patient who slipped off the bed was transported from home to WakeMed Wendell. The patient has a left rib fracture and back pain. Medical personnel are providing treatment and monitoring vital signs.
Audio|Heard on: Johnston NC Hospital Group Calls
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Transcript:
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WakeMed Wendell, WakeMed Wendell, this is Franklin County EMS-12, calling a patient report.
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Franklin County, go ahead.
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This is Franklin County EMS-12.
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We're en route to your facility with an 87-year-old now.
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The patient is coming from home.
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Their complaint is left rib pain.
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The patient has a confirmed fracture on the left side and back pain as well.
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The patient slipped off the bed earlier and caused more pain.
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Current vitals are blood pressure 117 over 58.
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Oxygen saturation is 94% on room air.
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Blood sugar was 1.8.
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23, 10 plus 97-7,
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Patient received 20 milligrams in the left AC and has been given 75 milligrams of fentanyl IV.
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Do you require any further information?
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The patient is sitting in a wheelchair.
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Location mentioned:
Wendell Valley Blvd, Wendell, NC 27591
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