Elderly man with high heart rate transported to hospital, Summerville SC
Medical EmergencyAn 80-year-old man with a dangerously high heart rate and low blood pressure is being transported from a care facility to a hospital. He reports lightheadedness, dizziness, and vision changes. Medical staff are monitoring him and administering treatment during transport.
Audio|Source: Dorchester County Fire and EMS
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Transcript:
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Hello, Trident. I'm assuming this is Pacificota.
00:02
We are inbound to your facility not emerging at this time with about 10 minute EPA on board.
00:07
We have an 80-80-year-old male.
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He's coming from Claiborne facility.
00:10
Chief complaint today is a high heart rate with a low blood pressure.
00:13
On our arrival, he is aware in the orientation times 3 GPS 15.
00:16
He was brought down from his room to start physical therapy.
00:19
No event, no activity had taken place.
00:21
The same heart rate on scene was anywhere from 160 to 164.
00:24
On the monitor, he's showing junctional tachycardia with a low blood pressure of 73 over 40.
00:34
EMB in progress line-alane.
00:36
At this time, we have a 20-gauge IV established in his left AC.
00:39
He received 500 milliliters of normal saline with pressure.
00:42
Current blood pressure is 77 over 38.
00:44
Respirations are clear and unlabored in all fields.
00:47
We got a blood glucose of 109.
00:50
My patient continues to show pale color changes.
00:52
I did transmit a 12 lead EKG for interpretation, any further questions or orders?
00:57
What is the oxygen saturation, GCS score, and any complaints other than high heart rate and low blood pressure?
01:00
Additional complaints include lightheadedness, dizziness, and vision changes.
01:08
Less accurate SpO2 reading of 96 percent attained.
01:13
His extremities are very cold; trying to warm his hand.
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No other complaints.
01:20
Any further questions?
01:24
There are no questions or orders. Please continue treatment and transport as per protocols.
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Location mentioned:
Near N Main St, Summerville, SC 29486
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