Elderly man experiencing breathing difficulty at residence, Smithton IL


Emergency medical services responding to a 78-year-old man having trouble breathing at his home.
Audio|Source: Belleville Police, Fire and EMS Dispatch
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Transcript:
near Elk Meadows Ln, Smithton, and 78-year-old male, conscious, difficulty breathing[1], high VP[2], history of two steps[3].
near Elk Meadows Ln, Smithton, and 78-year-old male, conscious, difficulty breathing[1], high VP[2], history of two steps[3].
Police codes explained
The following codes appeared in the transcript and are explained below:
[1]
difficulty breathing: Medical emergency symptom
[2]
high VP: Likely high blood pressure (contextual medical shorthand)
[3]
history of two steps: Possible medical history
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Location mentioned:
Near Elk Meadows Ln, Smithton, IL 62285
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