Elderly man faints and falls at Madison home, Madison WI
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Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, a 71-year-old man collapsed and was caught between a bed and dresser at his home near S Brooks St in Madison. Firefighters assisted, and paramedics transported him to St. Mary's Hospital. No serious injuries were found, and the patient was alert but experiencing ongoing pain and mild confusion.
Audio|Heard on: Dane WI Hospital Group Calls
Listen to dispatch call
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Transcript:
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SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital, this is Madison Medic 6 coming to you for a 71-year-old male coming from home with chief complaint, possible syncopal event and fall.
00:08
(Name withheld) stated that the patient was getting into bed.
00:13
The patient passed out, and (name withheld) lowered him to the floor. His eyes rolled back and he became caught between the bed and the dresser.
00:18
(Name withheld) was unable to get him up, firefighters were able to assist.
00:21
The patient was unable to bear weight or speak clearly and appeared to be in pain.
00:24
The patient stated he is in pain most of the time.
00:25
No obvious injuries were found. Vital signs: BP 108 over 76, pulse 78, blood glucose 153, SpO2 96% on room air, respiration 16, GCS of 15.
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The patient is not on any blood thinners.
00:44
The patient is alert but disoriented, uncertain of the cause.
00:48
(Name withheld) said he was on medication that caused him to appear zombie-like.
00:53
We are about 15 minutes out and continuing.
00:55
No questions.
00:56
Room on arrival, same area clear.
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Location mentioned:
S Brooks St, Madison, WI 53715
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