Medical emergency near Gorman Ave in Elkins, Elkins WV
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Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders treated a male patient who experienced a possible fainting episode and fall near Gorman Ave in Elkins. The patient appeared to have a right hip injury and nasal trauma. He was stabilized, given medication for pain and nausea, and transported to Davis Medical Center for further evaluation.
Audio|Heard on: Randolph WV Hospital Group Calls
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Transcript:
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Davis Medical Center Emergency Department.
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A male patient with possible right hip fracture due to a fall.
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Patient had a syncopal episode and struck his nose on a cabinet.
00:18
Correction, struck a countertop.
00:20
And then fell onto the floor.
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Patient reports right hip pain, very tender to touch.
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Cervical collar is in place.
00:28
Backboard used to move the patient.
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We haven’t moved him before using it as a support.
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Last blood pressure 166 over 81.
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Pulse 79.
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Respiratory rate 18, oxygen 98 percent on room air.
00:46
Patient received 95 micrograms fentanyl for pain management through an IV in the right forearm.
00:55
Unable to use the left arm due to a dialysis shunt in place; patient was preparing for dialysis when the incident occurred.
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Patient also received 4 mg of Zofran for nausea.
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Patient is resting at this time.
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No other complaints.
01:15
Rescue assessment unremarkable.
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We’ll give you further information and see you all in about 10 minutes.
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Location mentioned:
Gorman Ave, Elkins, WV 26241
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