Elderly man taken to hospital for infection, Columbus OH
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Medical EmergencyAccording to the dispatch call, medic 34 transported an 81-year-old man to Riverside Methodist Hospital for evaluation of a possible infection at a previous surgical site following blood clot removal. The patient had been ill with an upset stomach for several days but was alert and stable.
Audio|Heard on: Franklin OH Hospital Group Calls
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Transcript:
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Medic 34 Riverside.
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Medic 34, this is Riverside.
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Good evening.
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I have an 81-year-old male bringing to your facility today.
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Patient had some blood clots removed approximately a month and a half ago and had a system set up where they drained fluid in that area.
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However, over the last few days,
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the area appears to have become infected and needs evaluation.
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Patient has not been moving much for four or five days due to feeling ill with an upset stomach.
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Patient is alert and oriented times four.
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Currently blood pressure is 156 over 77.
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Heart rate is 90, O2 100%.
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He was on 2 liters.
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Currently 96% with no O2 at this time.
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He is alert and oriented times four, GCS 15.
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Should be there approximately 4 to 5 minutes.
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Thank you, Medic 34 Riverside clear.
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Location mentioned:
Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH 43214
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