Elderly man falls in shower and reports weakness, Kiowa KS
Medical EmergencyAn 81-year-old man fell in the shower and is being transported to the hospital by EMS. He was able to stand and walk but reports feeling weak. His vital signs are stable, and he has an IV line. He also complained of a bump on his head from the fall. Pupils are equal and reactive.
Audio|Source: Kiowa EMS
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Forty-two to Kiowa District Hospital.
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We are currently transporting an 81-year-old male who fell down the wall in the shower today. He was able to get up by himself and walk, but he's complaining of weakness.
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The current blood pressure is 126 over 71.
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He's satting at 98% on room air.
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Pulse rate is 99.
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Strong and regular blood sugar is 126 I do have an IV initiated in his left AC with a 20-gauge saline locked he complained of a bump about when hit his head his pupils are equal and reactive.
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Do you have any other further questions or orders? We'll be here for probably about four minutes.
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Near S 4th St, Kiowa, KS 67070
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