Patient experiences anxiety after taking medication, La Mesa CA
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Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders were dispatched to assist a 65-year-old woman experiencing anxiety after taking a newly prescribed medication. She reported shortness of breath and dizziness approximately 40 minutes later. Upon arrival, paramedics found her alert and stable, showing swelling on her face that was considered normal due to previous treatment. No signs of a severe allergic reaction were observed. She was transported to Grossmont Hospital for evaluation.
Audio|Heard on: San Diego CA Hospital Group Calls
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02:36
Transcript:
00:00
Copy them. Arrived here on scene near residence for a sixty-five year old female. Chief complaint today is anxiety.
00:07
Hi (name withheld). It sounds like the patient got prescribed a new medication yesterday.
00:18
Hi (name withheld). It's chloroquine.
00:20
This medication has been given to her due to her having a reaction to fillers that she's had for years.
00:28
She has swelling in her face, which is normal for her.
00:34
Spouse stated that she took her medication today at around 8:30 p.m.
00:41
She stated that 40 minutes ago she started to experience some shortness of breath and dizziness.
00:49
Sounds like she was having an anxiety attack.
00:52
She got nervous because she took her medication at 8:40 p.m. today, so she activated 911.
00:58
Upon arrival, patient was found alert and tracking.
01:01
She is not exhibiting any signs of anaphylaxis at this time.
01:05
Swelling in her face is noted but normal for her.
01:24
She is breathing effectively.
01:26
Lung sounds are clear bilaterally.
01:27
Throat sounds are clear bilaterally.
01:29
No redness or swelling on the tongue noted.
01:36
No stridor noted.
01:40
Pupils round, reactive to light, tracking at three.
01:42
She has positive movement and sensation on her extremities.
01:46
Heart rate is eighty-two.
01:49
Blood pressure is 140 over 70.
01:51
Skin is pink, warm and dry.
02:05
We will continue monitoring the patient.
02:07
She stated her anxiety has subsided and she wishes to be checked out.
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Location mentioned:
Grossmont Center Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
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